About the position
AECOM Water is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Columbia, SC office. This role will lead and support design efforts for a variety of water infrastructure projects including treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance. Participates in development of technical proposals. Design low voltage and medium voltage electrical distribution systems for industrial water/wastewater applications, as well as, traditional building services. Perform design for lighting, fire alarm, telephone, security, and grounding systems. Prepare design drawings including single line diagrams, electrical plans, wiring schematics, schedules, etc. Prepare and develop engineering studies, reports, calculations, designs, specifications, and construction cost estimates in compliance with applicable code and standard requirements. Establish electrical equipment performance parameters based on project requirements and coordinate with equipment vendors to refine preliminary selections. Use computer software as a tool to solve engineering problems. Manage designs during construction including shop drawing review, information request response, and punch list generation. Provide quality assurance oversight and independent quality control reviews to support deliverables developed by others including calculations, plans, specifications, and engineering reports. Develop engineering fee estimates, assist with technical proposal preparation. Work within a project team environment, interfacing and coordinating with other disciplines and design team members. Collaborate with design professionals and project managers in other US offices. Occasional light local and national travel to project sites. Experienced with large, multidisciplinary projects in an engineering role. Perform electrical system designs including: Switchgears, Switchboards, Motor control centers, Variable frequency drives, Generators, transformers, Distribution panels, and Other electrical distribution systems components.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support design efforts for water infrastructure projects.
- Participate in development of technical proposals.
- Design low voltage and medium voltage electrical distribution systems.
- Perform design for lighting, fire alarm, telephone, security, and grounding systems.
- Prepare design drawings including single line diagrams, electrical plans, wiring schematics, schedules, etc.
- Prepare and develop engineering studies, reports, calculations, designs, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
- Establish electrical equipment performance parameters and coordinate with equipment vendors.
- Use computer software to solve engineering problems.
- Manage designs during construction including shop drawing review and punch list generation.
- Provide quality assurance oversight and independent quality control reviews.
- Develop engineering fee estimates and assist with technical proposal preparation.
- Collaborate with design professionals and project managers in other US offices.
- Occasional light local and national travel to project sites.
Requirements
- BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or related field + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina, or ability to become licensed within one year.
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering + 6 years of Electrical design experience, preferably relating to water treatment facilities, pump stations, or water infrastructure.
- Proficient with electrical design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and SKM.
- Proven problem solver able to grasp complex concepts readily.
- Ability to apply passion and leadership in a collaborative and progressive team-oriented work environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
- Paid time off, leaves of absences.
- Voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options.
- Well-being resources, employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance, service recognition awards.
- Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.
