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?
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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.
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.
Primary Responsibilities In the role of Electrical Design Coordinator/EIT, we'll count on you to:
- Support grid scale generation and microgrid projects developing conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams and supporting the detailed design through the completion of Issue For Construction design packages.
- Focus on energy storage projects with opportunities in the solar, wind, and thermal generation as well as power delivery and zero emission mobility.
- Conduct analyses to develop electrical design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of project deliveries (examples include engineering drawing packages, cost estimates, and project specifications)
- Coordinate closely with civil, structural, fire & life safety (F&LS), high-voltage electrical, SCADA/telecommunications, water, and geotechnical engineers to develop complete Issue For Construction design packages.
- Provide technical support and assistance to HDR's team and clients.
- Perform routine engineering assignments, requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
- Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
- Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers/professionals on larger projects
- Work with Project Engineers, other Engineers In-Training (EITs), Designers or BIM Specialist as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with grid scale renewable energy (solar and wind generation) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects is highly desired
- Experience with distributed energy resource (microgrids) projects
- Experience with participating in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors to support business development and project execution.
- Experience with evaluating and analyzing different technologies, products, and vendors and support clients with technology and vendor selection and implementation.
- Experience supporting development of and updates to internal design guidelines, catalogs, and templates for power generation projects.
- Willingness to grow into a mentor, senior engineer role and more
- Knowledge of three-phase electrical power, protection and control design and settings development, system grounding and physical design
- Knowledge of electrical studies such as ampacity, short circuit, load flow, grounding, harmonics and lighting.
- Local candidates preferred
- EIT or ability to obtain. Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled "Electrical Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. 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.) Minnesota: $73,007 - $106,260
Primary Location
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United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park
Other Locations
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United States-Wisconsin-Madison
Industry
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Power
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
:
Power Generation
Job Posting
:
Jun 19, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Jun 19, 2026