Substation Engineering Manager

HDR Inc
  • Tampa, FL
    8 days ago

    Job Description

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    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. #LI-JG9

    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.

    Watch Our Story:'' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story''

    We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

    HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Substation Engineering Manager (EM) to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

    As a Substation Engineering Manager (EM) in a well-established Power Delivery practice, you'll draw upon your broad technical knowledge and experience in design and construction of high voltage substation projects to lead, guide, and advise clients, projects, and teams. Having previously performed a leading technical role on increasingly complex substation projects, you'll be ready to undertake greater challenges and responsibilities. You will develop a partnership with the Project Manager (PM), whereas the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and overall client management, you will be responsible for technical execution of the project.

    As a Substation EM, your role will encompass the following:

    • Develops a partnership with a PM, whereas the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client management, and the EM is responsible for leading the technical team and execution of the project deliverables.
    • Develops and implements a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects.
    • Assigns project tasks and provides technical guidance to project team members.
    • Supports the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
    • Works independently and will direct, mentor, and/or train, one or more Project Engineers, EIT's, or CADD/Designers.
    • Coordinates and/or performs quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world class quality product to the client. Performs quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis.
    • Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
    • Works with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.
    • May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
    • Participates in project reviews as needed.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • PE license
    • 8+ years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV preferred, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components, and knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, and other applicable design and equipment standards.
    • Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, technical managers and project staff.
    • Experience using industry standard design software.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office and conferencing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.).
    • Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • An attitude and commitment to be an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
    • Previous consulting firm experience desired.
    • Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills preferred.
    • Some travel may be required.

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    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor''s degree in a related discipline
    • A minimum of 10 years of management experience.
    • Substation design experience, including both indoor and outdoor experience is also required
    • Strong communication and listening skills
    • Ability to handle multiple assignments
    • Good leadership and organizational skills
    • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or other Engineering Degree
    • Professional Engineering License

    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.

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationTampa, FL

    Skills

    • Alternative Energyunmatched
    • American National Standards Institute (ANSI)unmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting)unmatched
    • Change Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Conferencesunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Consultingunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Design Servicesunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • Electric Power Generationunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electrical Substationunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
    • Engineering Managementunmatched
    • High Voltage (HV)unmatched
    • IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers)unmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Network Operations Centerunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Professional Engineerunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Planningunmatched
    • Proposal Developmentunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Sales Managementunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Technical Presentationunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • WebExunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)unmatched
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