Electrical 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. As we weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group designs critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. As an Electrical Engineer in Charlotte or Raleigh, you will lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence by designing high-performance data centers, dynamic commercial environments, and sustainable facilities that advance technology, sustainability, and human experience.

• Coordinate work of the electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through schematic design development and contract document phases.
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance.
• Coordinate workload to complete documents on schedule.
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Review electrical documents for conflicts with all disciplines.
• Write and edit electrical specifications and select equipment, electrical systems, and devices.
• Assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs, change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers, Electrical Coordinators, or Technicians.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Minimum of 3 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting, power, systems).
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED.
• Local candidates are preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting, power, systems).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power.
• Active participant of our employee-owned culture; commitment to collaboration and excellence.

As employee owners, we all play 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. Eight Employee Network Groups foster belonging and support professional growth, and we remain dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion across our organization.

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.