Senior Electrical Engineer
Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Chantilly, VA
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Starting at $130,000+ annually (compensation based on experience and qualifications)
Position Overview
We are seeking a licensed Senior Electrical Engineer to oversee the planning, design, and execution of complex building systems projects. This role is responsible for leading electrical engineering efforts from initial site assessments through construction support while mentoring junior team members and collaborating across multidisciplinary project teams.
Projects include a combination of commercial, institutional, and government-focused facilities involving both new construction and renovation work.
Primary Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership & Project Coordination
- Serve as the lead electrical engineering resource for assigned projects
- Manage electrical system design activities from concept development through final project delivery
- Coordinate with internal engineering teams, architects, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff
- Conduct site evaluations and document existing conditions for renovation and infrastructure projects
- Prepare engineering studies, calculations, technical reports, and supporting documentation
- Design and analyze building electrical systems, including:
- Lighting systems and power distribution
- Fire alarm and life safety systems
- Telecommunications and low-voltage infrastructure
- Medium-voltage distribution and utility coordination
- UPS systems, standby power, and emergency backup systems
- Develop construction drawings, specifications, and supporting design documentation
- Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) during bidding and construction phases
- Review contractor submittals and shop drawings for compliance with project intent
- Participate in field observations, punch walks, and final inspections
- Support project closeout documentation, including as-built drawing reviews
- Monitor project schedules, deliverables, and budgets to support successful project execution
- Perform quality control reviews of engineering deliverables and calculations
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices
Construction Administration & Project Support
Quality Assurance & Project Oversight
Electrical Design & Technical Development
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical building systems design
Technical Expertise
Strong working knowledge of:
- Lighting and power distribution systems
- Fire alarm and low-voltage system design
- Medium-voltage infrastructure and utility coordination
- Emergency power and backup power systems
- Grounding and electrical protection systems
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- AGI32
- SKM
Software proficiency with:
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance
- CDT certification (Construction Specifications Institute)
- LEED Accredited Professional credential
- RCDD certification
Skills
As published by lever · 10 questions · 8 written answers
Basics
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- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment authorization?
Written answers (8)
- Can you walk me through a project where you led the electrical design from start to finish?
- How do you approach designing complex electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, or low-voltage systems?
- Tell me about a time you had to resolve a major issue during construction or submittal review. What was your approach?
- How do you ensure your designs stay compliant with codes, standards, and project requirements?
- How do you lead and coordinate with other engineers, designers, and project stakeholders throughout a project?
- When is your availability to start?
- Please provide your city, state and zip code
- Please provide your phone number and active email address