Substation Physical Designer

Data Center Substation Physical Designer - (184958)

HDR Engineering is looking for a Data Center Substation Physical Designer to join our growing Power Delivery team in our Substation group. This role focuses on design for mission critical, fast-paced data center substation projects, drawing on CADD experience and at least three years as a Designer of high voltage substation projects.

As a Data Center Substation Physical Designer, you’ll be part of a complete team that provides engineering primarily for data center substation clients. This is a growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges. Depending on proven skill and experience, candidates may be placed as Designer I, II, or Senior.

In the role, we’ll count on you to:

• Work independently to perform substation design tasks, CADD design, develop design drawings and documents, modeling and/or analysis, prepare material lists, perform field reviews, and other tasks for simple to moderately complex projects
• Prepare physical substation design drawings, including General Arrangements, Sections, Grounding & Conduit Plans, and Foundation Plans
• Perform basic calculations, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage) and substation systems to support engineers
• Understand client standards and complete small to moderately complex projects, exercising judgment in design criteria, evaluation, and design, subject to review by engineers
• Based upon experience, perform most design responsibilities without assistance on simple projects, and may work independently with some engineering guidance on moderately complex projects
• Communicate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and client personnel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates or technical school degree or combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience developing Substation CADD layouts and design
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Experience in Protection and Control aspect of High Voltage (HV) Substation design, including preparation of One Line Diagrams, Relay and Control Systems Schematics, and Wiring Diagrams
• Knowledge of NESC, IEEE, NEC and other applicable codes and standards
• Extensive knowledge of the major components of substations and the types of drawings required to construct an electrical High Voltage (HV) substation
• Comprehensive knowledge of physical substation layout, elevations, grounding, foundations, and conduit

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience
• A minimum of 5 years related industry experience
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential

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.

United States-Louisiana

United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-Tennessee-Nashville

Power

Full-time

Regular

Job Posting:
Aug 12, 2025

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.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.