Electrical Engineer - Power in Glasgow

HDR is an employee-owned firm focused on creating an inclusive, values-driven environment where every person is valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves and ideas to work. The company asks how its work impacts the world and seeks to foster inclusion within our communities.

Join HDR’s vibrant team and work with high-profile clients, including leading utilities and global tech giants, on projects such as data centres and low-carbon power solutions. As an Electrical Power Engineer, you will contribute to transforming power infrastructure and have opportunities to grow and innovate. Our Glasgow office is the UK power hub and operates like an innovative startup within HDR's global presence. You’ll be part of a small, rapidly growing team with the opportunity to influence local operations in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, backed by HDR’s 600+ person power team in the US for resources and collaboration. As part of our 100% employee-owned organisation, you’ll have opportunities to excel and progress. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to support the development of detailed designs and specifications for a diverse range of projects. You will work under the guidance of Associate and Senior engineers to gain hands-on experience across the project lifecycle. This is a growth-focused role designed for early-career professionals who are keen to learn, contribute, and build a foundation for a rewarding engineering career.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced senior engineers and associates.
• Exposure to landmark UK and international projects.
• Clear career progression pathways and professional development support.
• A collaborative, flexible, and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and engineering of high-voltage substation and power delivery projects from concept through to detailed design.
• Assist in preparing technical documentation including reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, and protection engineers to integrate solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and client meetings with the support of senior staff.
• Help interpret and apply relevant design codes, standards, and client specifications (e.g. IEC, IEEE, ANSI).
• Engage in internal learning opportunities to develop technical expertise and progress toward chartership.
• Promote safe design practices and support compliance with CDM regulations and ISO quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required); MEng or MSc is essential.
• Working toward or interest in obtaining Chartered status.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical design, ideally in high-voltage substations or switchyard projects.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems design, including one-line diagrams, cable sizing, earthing, and protection schemes.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI) and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, DigSILENT or similar) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping a collaborative culture that encourages 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 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: United Kingdom-Scotland-Glasgow

Other Locations: United Kingdom-England-London, United Kingdom-England-Manchester

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Substation Engineering

Job Posting: May 29, 2026

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.