Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Center / Mission Critical

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.


We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Senior Electrical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Be a lead for the BES electrical engineering section in the New England region. Primary responsibilities include the design and technical review of facility-level electrical engineering for medium-voltage and low-voltage systems, including power distribution systems, emergency generators, UPS systems, lighting fixtures and controls, fire alarm/security systems, and motor controls. Responsibilities also include conducting and authoring power system studies (short circuit, load flow, and arc flash).

• Expertly apply knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering and design concepts, principles, best practices, codes, and guidelines related to electrical engineering industry.
• Lead the work of the electrical BES design team throughout all project phases ranging from feasibility studies, programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, construction administration, commissioning, and project close-out.

• Produce complete design packages including basis of design, contract drawings, and construction specifications to fit project requirements.
• Design full low and medium voltage electrical systems, including normal power, emergency power, battery backup, lighting, fire alarm, and security/communication systems.
• Design interior and exterior lighting systems including associated controls utilizing industry standard lighting design software such as AGi32.
• Prepare electrical load analysis for each stage of design.
• Prepare detailed project electrical systems drawings including power/lighting floor plans, single line diagrams, equipment/lighting fixture schedules, panelboard schedules, design details, grounding plans, and site power/lighting.
• Visit project sites as requested to verify existing conditions and monitor construction progress / prepare field observation reports.
• Conduct facility infrastructure assessments, infrastructure/utility master planning, field surveys, and code / energy evaluations.
• Provide support for generation of cost estimates and participate with project BIM coordination to resolve coordination conflicts as required.
• Conduct virtual / on-site work sessions for projects in conjunction with other disciplines, owners, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders including developing and delivering presentations as required.
• Coordinate and assist affected disciplines with project addenda, RFIs, change proposal requests, and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents.
• In conjunction with construction management support, assist in coordinating all phases of engineering, construction, and inspection; resolving field problems through interpretation of contract documents and amendments; reviewing and approving shop drawings; approving invoices for payment; recommending actions to be taken to maintain projects on schedule and within budget.
• Support the development and mentorship of junior electrical engineers within HDR.
• Using computer-based programs such as SKM PowerTools, perform electrical system calculations, including load analysis, short circuit calculations, protective device coordination studies, and arc flash studies.
• Support the creation of life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) reports to select the most life cycle cost effective MEP systems including renewable power systems as applicable.
• Oversee the development and delivery of all internal electrical design products acting as a lead for quality assurance and quality control. Review designs completed by third party A/E firms and participate in comment resolution meetings.
• Participate in the recruitment and interviewing process as requested.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of specialty lighting system controls and design experience with creating sequences of operation and controls diagrams.
• Design experience with fire alarm, security, and telecom systems.
• Experience and understanding of sustainable building design including sustainable design certifications such as LEED AP and/or WELL AP.
• Experience with commissioning and retro-commissioning including industry certifications for commissioning authority or Certified Energy Manager (CEM).

• Significant experience designing complex and large-scale healthcare, education, science and technology and civic/government facilities as well as data centers and campus district utility plants.
• Engineering experience with pump stations and water/wastewater facilities.
• Experience designing renewable energy infrastructure.
• Experience using loads analysis software (SKM PowerTools) and electrical manufacturer equipment selection software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Take ownership of assignments and work both independently and as part of a large project team.
• Strongly motivated, well organized, and showing professional initiative.
• Candidate with strong mentoring skills is highly preferred.

• Preference is given to local candidates.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems);
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems
• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Boston, MA}: $145,908 - $208,440 Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Electrical Job Posting: May 29, 2026