Electrical Engineer III

AECOM•Charlotte, NC

4d•$115,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is hiring an Electrical Engineer III to design electrical systems for industrial water and wastewater applications and building services. The role supports projects through design development, technical proposals, equipment selection, construction-phase design management, and quality assurance. The position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a hybrid work model and travel to project sites locally and nationally as needed, up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
At least 4 years of relevant experience.
Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, or able to become licensed within one year.
Travel of up to 25% may be required based on project assignments, client needs, and business requirements.

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of electrical design experience, preferably related to water treatment facilities, pump stations, or water infrastructure.
Proficiency with electrical design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and SKM PowerTools.
Demonstrated problem-solving ability and capacity to grasp complex concepts readily.
Passion and leadership in a collaborative, progressive, team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

Design low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems for industrial water and wastewater applications and building services, including switchgears, switchboards, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, generators, transformers, and distribution panels.
Design lighting, fire alarm, communications, security, and grounding systems.
Prepare design deliverables, including single-line diagrams, electrical plans, wiring schematics, schedules, calculations, specifications, and construction cost estimates, in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Establish electrical equipment performance parameters based on project requirements and coordinate preliminary equipment selections with vendors.
Develop technical proposals and engineering fee estimates.
Manage designs during construction, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to information requests, and generating punch lists.
Provide quality assurance oversight and independent quality control reviews of calculations, plans, specifications, and engineering reports developed by others.
Collaborate with design professionals, project managers, and other disciplines on project teams across U.S. offices.
Use computer software to solve engineering problems and support design development.
Travel locally and nationally to project sites as needed, up to 25%.