Protection And Relaying Project Engineer •

Overview

HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Protection and Relaying Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Protection and Relaying Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

Locations

Opportunities are available in these preferred locations : Austin, Ann Arbor, Boise, Bismark, Billings, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Fort Worth, Houston, Honolulu, Kansas City, Madison, Minneapolis, Missoula, Omaha, Phoenix, Portland (OR & ME), Richmond, Raleigh, Sacramento / Folsom, San Diego, Seattle, Spokane, St. Louis, Syracuse.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform protective relay calculations and determine appropriate relay set points.

Perform protective relay coordination studies utilizing short circuit modeling software.

Develop relay setting files utilizing relay vendor software.

Produce relay coordination compliance reports for applicable NERC-PRC standards.

Produce required client protective relay reports.

Provide protective relay construction support.

Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer, APM, or PM.

Work independently on tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects.

Some travel may be required.

Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

Minimum 4 years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, relay settings and / or substation design.

Familiar with power system analysis software : CAPE, Aspen, ETAP

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong computer skills, Microsoft Office, and electrical design software.

Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects.

Familiarity with Transmission and Distribution industry protection schemes and philosophies.

Experience with substation voltages of 12kV thru 500kV desired, experience thru 765kV an added benefit.

Previous experience with an architectural / engineering or engineering consulting firm desired.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.

Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software.

(examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)

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.

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.

The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $76,608 - $179,712.

New Jersey is $92,736.00 - $144,000.00.

Job Details

Primary Location : United States-Arizona-Phoenix

Other Locations : United States-Sacramento / Folsom, United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Texas-Houston

Job Posting : Mar 11, 2025

EEO Statement

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

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Power

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