Senior Design Specialist

About Us

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states.

With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way.

In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

A Senior Design Specialist at HBK Engineering is a position focused on the delivery and execution of complex project work with extensive technical expertise. This senior-level role requires directing and coordinating technical activities related to project execution and delivery, with a thorough understanding of both technical and financial aspects of HBK's work. The position involves independently applying extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering design principles and practices to solve complex project challenges while working on major projects or several projects of moderate scope with complex features.

• Direct and coordinate technical activities related to project execution and delivery
• Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering design principles and practices to solve complex project challenges
• Work on major projects or several projects of moderate scope with complex features
• Perform quality control reviews of engineering designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff
• Lead the development and implementation of new techniques, improved processes, materials, or products that enhance project outcomes
• Train and mentor team members within their teams
• Complete timesheets in a timely and accurate manner
• Interface with clients to discuss engineering and project management topics including project scope, schedule, budget, and invoices
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements
• Communicate complex engineering design matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources
• Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones
• Advise in the development of Project Proposals and RFP responses
• Anticipate technical and constructability project challenges and work to minimize downstream project risk
• Monitor that all work is performed under contract or gain approval for work outside standard contract sequence
• Address concerns that may affect safety, budget, deadlines, or clients adversely
• Establish positive relations within project teams and with supporting groups within the company
• Take leadership roles in company-sponsored events, HBK Impact programs, and initiatives promoting a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across the organization
• Represent the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments
• Travel as needed, typically less than 25%

• Associate degree in a related technical field (preferred)
• Related technical certificates in CADD and related software platforms (preferred)
• 15+ years of relevant…