Electrical EIT
HDR
About the Role
As an Electrical EIT at HDR, you will be part of the Transportation Business Group, contributing to the design of systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Your work will support economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life by modernizing aging infrastructure and pioneering next-generation transportation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform electrical design calculations.
- Develop plan sheets, detail drawings, specifications, and construction cost estimates for construction projects.
- Conduct electrical field inspections and troubleshooting.
- Review construction submittals, such as shop drawings.
- Analyze options and recommendations for electrical design and assist in preparing cost estimates and specifications.
- Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
- Perform other entry-level tasks through schematic design development and contract document phases.
- Execute routine electrical engineering assignments with guidance on expected results.
- Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs, or Technicians as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Revit
- SKM
- AGI
- Easy Power
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
- Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
- Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED (desired but not required).
- Previous internship or employment experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm, construction contractor, or similar industry employers for electrical infrastructure projects.
- Candidates who reside locally in the Portland, OR area are preferred.
- Previous internship is beneficial.