Senior Substation Project Engineer; PE
Listed on 2026-08-28
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Senior Substation Project Engineer
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. 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.
In the role of Senior Substation Project Engineer, we'll count on you to:
- Coordinate the work of design engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development
- Establish client relations and participate in marketing, design, and production meetings
- Assume technical lead within a project execution team
- Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
- Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
- Coordinate workload throughout the project to complete project deliverables on schedule
- Work with Project Manager and Project Controller on project reviews with management as needed
- Direct the activities of other engineering professionals and act as a mentor to other staff members as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- 10+ years of substation design experience is preferred.
- Preference given to professionals with substation physical/outdoor design experience, including developing yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of materials.
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired.
- Experience with industry software including:
AutoCAD, Revit, Aspen, ETAP, Easy Power, etc. - Experience preparing specifications and drawings, and other engineering documents.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- A minimum of 10 years of experience
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
- Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
Primary
Location:
United States-Washington-Seattle
Other Locations:
United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor
Industry: Power
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular Business Class:
Substation Engineering
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