Substation Coordinator​/EIT

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities. We constantly ask ourselves:
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In the role of Substation Coordinator/EIT, you will help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. You’ll work side‑by‑side with experts to contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems.

Primary duties include:

• Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage) and substation systems.
• The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in both the Protection and Control (Indoor) and Physical (Outdoor) aspects of High Voltage (HV) Substation design.

Other responsibilities include:

• Work under the direction of the Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s).
• Prepare calculations, design sketches and redline drawings. Work with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications.
• Typical designs include one‑line diagrams, protection and control schematic development, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
• Occasional short‑term travel (typically 1‑5 days) may be necessary. Longer‑term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• Ability to obtain your Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate within a reasonable time frame (i.e., 12 months).
• Electrical utility, consulting engineering, or similar substation design experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Micro Station & AutoCAD a plus.
• Familiarity or willingness to learn electrical design software such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or Easy Power.
• Local candidate preference.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

United States – Kentucky – Lexington

Full‑time

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.