Electrical Design Coordinator

Electrical Design Coordinator

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. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical Design Coordinator to join our growing and emerging team of Power Delivery professionals in Western Canada. As a valued member of our team, you will contribute to engineering designs across a wide range of projects, including water and wastewater treatment, transit electrification, freight rail, and electrical substation design. You'll have flexibility and freedom to pursue knowledge and gain hands-on experience in all aspects of industrial electrical design, with exposure to diverse industries. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-motivated individual with less than one year of post-graduation electrical design experience in consulting engineering —or relevant co-op experience—who is eager to learn and take on new challenges.

Primary responsibilities:

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s), your role will encompass the following:

• Support and preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for various industrial projects.
• Working with Engineers, Designers, and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
• Supporting and developing design deliverables including single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, electrical site plans, electrical schematics specifications.
• Performing site visits, as required, during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects.

Work Conditions:

• Travel: Some travel to job sites or other HDR offices could be required. This would be communicated in advance to give adequate coordination time with project work and personal life.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of electrical design experience (including co-op or internships).
• Prior experience with low voltage power distribution design including unit substations, sizing circuit breakers, MCC's, motor starters, cables and backup power generators.
• Experience conducting site visits and inspections.
• Valid driver’s license for Canada.
• Strong written and confident verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and ability to take initiative.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

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. 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 pay range for Vancouver, BC is: $69,000 - $93,000.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team. HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location: Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Power Generation

Job Posting: Oct 7, 2025

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.