Substation Civil​/Structural EIT​/Designer

Substation Civil - Structural Engineer (EIT)

HDR is looking for a Substation Civil - Structural Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The successful candidate will be part of a team that provides design support for large, medium, and small‑scale substation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self‑directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.

• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium, and High Voltage).
• Prepare calculations, design sketches, and redline drawings.
• Work with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes, and project specifications and requirements.
• Develop design deliverables including fabrication level steel drawings and foundation construction drawings.
• Participate on site visits during the design, construction, and as‑built phases of projects.
• May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
• Participate in project reviews as needed.
• May require travel.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
• U.S. naturalized citizenship (client contract requirement).
• EIT certification or ability to pass the FE exam within 6 months (required for career progression). Candidates hired without an EIT will be titled "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self‑motivated and ability to take initiative.
• Experience with Tedds, Lpile, or similar structural design software.
• Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is a plus.
• Exposure to substation design is a plus.
• Local candidates preferred.

Primary:
United States, Virginia – Glen Allen. Other locations:
Roanoke, Virginia;
Vienna, Virginia.

Job Posting:
Jan 16, 2026.