Project Development Technical Specialist

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Project Development Technical Specialist - ( 190779 )

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is seeking an experienced Project Development Technical Specialist to join our Michigan-based Power Generation team. As a Project Development Technical Specialist, you will be joining a highly capable, multi-disciplined team that supports power and energy projects primarily within the utility, Independent Power Producers (IPPs), industrial, institutional, and municipal sectors. Primary duties typically involve leadership of project development teams, coordination with engineering disciplines, monitoring and communication of project status, and providing development consulting support for conceptual design and owner’s engineer projects on both a technical and contractual level.

Primary duties typically involve leadership of project development teams, coordination with engineering disciplines, monitoring and communication of project status, and providing development consulting support for conceptual design and owner’s engineer projects on both a technical and contractual level. Project roles will vary based on the size and type of the project, as well as the capabilities, experience, and preferred focus of the technical Specialist.

Most tasks are performed in a collaborative manner involving specialists, engineers, scientists, real estate/land developers, economists, schedulers, estimators, and designers from across the United States and, on occasion, other countries. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are required to lead a team of professionals.

The position will require travel for site surveys, technical conferences, client meetings and monitoring of schedule. Travel is typically less than 10%.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering or other relevant to Power Generation from an ABET accredited university
• 10+ years of experience, ideally in the power industry with a blend of design and field projects
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary environments
• Ability and commitment to obtain a Professional Engineers license
• Have the ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
• Willing to mentor less experienced specialists, engineers, and EITs
• Proficient at working within an established schedule and budget

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported
• Knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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