System Protection & Studies EIT/Coordinator

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
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Primary Responsibilities

HDR is seeking an entry-level System Protection & Studies (SPS) EIT/Coordinator. The primary duties of the SPS EIT/Coordinator position include responsibility for execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an entry-level EIT/Coordinator who generally understands and can complete all technical requirements of projects of basic to moderate complexity.

The preferred candidate shall:

• Conduct analyses to develop design options, performing modeling and/or calculations
• Complete engineering calculation reports such as load flow, short circuit, grounding and arc flash studies
• Perform routine engineering and design tasks, and participate in field reviews or construction observation
• May work independently on small tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain good relationships with peers, client organizations, vendor representatives and sub-consultants as well as develop new strategic relationships that will support winning and executing assignments for the electrical engineering group and other groups within HDR.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering degree
  
• EIT certification strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
• Experience with power system analysis software: ETAP, Cape, Aspen, PSEE, etc. is highly desirable
• Ability to produce design drawings including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, general arrangements, connection diagrams, raceway drawings, and bill of materials with guidance from senior engineer
• Experience with vendor specific relay setting software: Acselerator, UR EnerVista, etc. is desirable.
• Strong software skills: MS Office Suite knowledgeable CAPE, ASPEN and relay vendor software including SEL, GE and ABB.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Some travel may be required.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.