Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer

The Alexandria, VA office has a Senior Electrical Engineer opportunity. The role includes management of an Electrical team consisting of senior, mid-level, and entry-level team members. The successful candidate will also be responsible for working with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. Included within the standard responsibilities are the completion of designs, analyses, planning and facilities assessments. The successful candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in the field of Electrical engineering related to building electrical systems and electrical infrastructure including low and medium-voltage systems. Candidate must be a licensed P.E., NCEES registered and able to obtain licenses in all 50 States upon request.

Location: Alexandria, VA
Employment Type: 40 FT Hours
Compensation Type: Salary
Registration(s): Professional Engineer
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering (BSCE)

Duties:

Electrical team project assignments and staffing forecasts
Develop training sessions targeted to the needs of the Electrical team
Lead performance management evaluations and goal setting for each Electrical team member
Design of site and facilities Electrical, interior/exterior lighting and telecommunications systems
Design of low and medium-voltage Electrical systems
Preparing design documents (e.g. plans and specifications) for Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents
Providing construction phase project services
Perform calculations to support design work (short circuit, voltage drop, building loads, etc.)
Participate in Value Engineering exercises
Assist in preparation of project proposals in response to solicitations
Prepare technical reports
Some travel will be involved
Experience in managing or leading MEP-related projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects
Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients
Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
Understands and follows QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff
Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.

Role Competencies:

Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles
Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Licensed PE, registration in Virginia is preferred (other registrations attainable via NCEES)
Minimum 10 years of related experience
Extensive knowledge of National Electrical Code
Knowledge and experience with USACE UFC criteria and UFGS specifications
Healthcare, municipal, institutional, transportation and industrial facilities design experience
Experience with high-performance sustainable systems design
Solar/PV system design experience is a plus
Experience with central utility plants, emergency power systems.
Broad knowledge of building and energy codes (IBC, IECC, IFGC, ASHRAE 90.1) and NFPA standards/codes
Experience in Design-Build project delivery
Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency with EasyPower, SKM or ETAP power systems analysis software

Benefits & Perks:

Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
MDLive Telehealth
Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
8 Paid Holidays
Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
Term Life / AD&D insurance
Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

About AKP Recruiting

AKP Recruiting sets ourselves apart from other recruiting companies with our close-knit group of recruiters who are passionate and focused on building personal relationships with our clients and potential candidates. Not only will we go through an extensive and tedious process of finding our clients the perfect fit for their available position, but we’ll look below the surface to make sure a client and candidate’s decision to engage is for the long-haul.

Our team of recruiters at AKP Recruiting develops personal relationships with our clients and candidates by ensuring the fluidity of the workplace culture relative to the candidate’s values and goals for employment. We work closely with both our client and the candidate to provide necessary interview tips on both ends to make sure both parties are fully prepared to engage in a long term relationship with each other.

Our clients and candidates become family to our recruiters and we’re always here to assist in any way we can.

Industry

HR & Recruiting

Company Size

11-50 employees

Headquarters

Billings, mt

Year Founded

2012

Website

akprecruiting.com

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