Substation EIT/Designer

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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.

In the role of Substation EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to:

Primary Responsibilities

You will be part of a rapidly growing team working on a variety of exciting projects that will test your engineering skills and set you on a path for career growth. As an integral part of a team, you will prepare engineering designs on substation projects ranging in scale from simple device replacements to large greenfield substation sites. Youll be given the flexibility and freedom to seek and acquire knowledge and experience in both the Protection and Control and Physical aspects of high voltage substation design This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who is eager to learn and take on new challenges.

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass the following:

Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).

Preparation of calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.

Working with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.

Developing design deliverables including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA schemes, communications plans, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.

Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects

Preferred Qualification:

EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title "Substation Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression

Prior experience in substation design

Experience using MicroStation and or AutoCAD

Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility

Experience using electrical design software such as SKM PowerTools, ETAP or EasyPower

Preference is given to local candidates

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.

Primary Location:

United States-Maine-Portland

Other Locations:

United States-New Hampshire, United States-New Hampshire-Manchester

Industry:

Power

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Substation Engineering

Job Posting:

Jul 7, 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.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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