Electrical Designer​/EIT

Electrical Designer/EIT

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? 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.

The Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally. With a team of experienced staff in specific market sectors such as Healthcare, Science and Technology, Data Centers, Higher Education, Federal, Transportation, Water, and Resources facilities, we provide engineering excellence for our clients.

We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.

The HDR BES group in New Jersey is looking for an Electrical Designer/EIT to join our team. Primary responsibilities in the role of Electrical Designer/EIT include:

• Perform routine electrical engineering assignments, with instruction from the Project Engineer or Project Manager regarding the expected results
• Work on projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
• Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis, Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression. Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm and 2 years experience designing electrical lighting, power and systems for building projects are also preferred.

Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED is desired but not required. Local candidates are preferred.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis, desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration, strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power, and an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

HDR is 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.