Electrical Engineering- Senior

Senior Electrical Engineer
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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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. 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:

Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development
Establish client relations, and participate in the marketing, design and production meetings with regard to electrical systems
Assume the electrical lead on many projects
Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect and other disciplines
Coordinate workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule
Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust the work effort with the team to ensure that the work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon schedule
Work with the Project Manager and Regional Controller for project reviews with corporate management as needed
Direct the activities of other electrical engineering professionals, and act as a mentor to other staff members as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Expertise in electrical design for water and wastewater treatment facilities
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
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
Primary Location
United States-Kentucky-Louisville
Other Locations
United States-Tennessee-Brentwood, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Kentucky-Lexington, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-Kentucky-Elizabethtown
Industry
Building Engineering
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular BusinessClass : Building Electrical
Job Posting
Jul 10, 2026