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 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. HDR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Substation P&C Engineering Team Lead to grow our nationally ranked Power Delivery team in South Carolina. This technical leadership role will be responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned to them. This role requires a self-motivated, strategic thinking with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of substation P&C engineering, and the ability to manage teams and projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HDR's substation practice in South Carolina and beyond. As a key member of our growing South Carolina Power Market Sector, the Substation P&C Engineering Team Lead will be responsible for:
- Team Management and Development: Growing and managing a high-performing substation P&C engineering team. This includes assigning responsibilities, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a collaborative culture focusing on technical excellence, innovation, and accountability.
- Project Oversight: Overseeing the technical execution of substation projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget compliance. They will plan and allocate resources for junior staff, ensuring alignment with HDR's project execution processes.
- Proposal Development: Assisting with developing proposals to include technical writing and project estimating within the area of technical expertise.
- Strategic Growth and Business Planning: Supporting the South Carolina Power Market Sector's growth strategies by identifying and developing specific technical expertise.
- Technical Leadership & Innovation: Attending trainings to further develop understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.
- Collaboration & Integration: Working with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to ensure seamless integration of services and consistent delivery of world-class solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous staff supervision experience preferred
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- PE License
- Design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV, including at minimum, conceptual knowledge of P&C design and knowledge of IEEE ANSI, and other applicable design standards
- Experience using industry standard design software (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation)
- Ability to travel, less than 20%
- Local candidates are preferred
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 7 years experience
- Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
- 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
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.
Primary Location
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United States-South Carolina-Charleston
Other Locations
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United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill
Industry
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Power
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
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Substation Engineering
Job Posting
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Apr 6, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
Apr 07, 2026