Electrical Engineer

Leidos•Fort Worth, TX

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program. The position supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Central Service Area – Engineering Services Group in Fort Worth, Texas, and assists the FAA Terminal Group’s daily operations. The engineer plans and designs electrical systems for FAA buildings and structures, performs site surveys and system testing, and supports construction inspections, cutovers, and facility restoration. The role also involves coordinating multidisciplinary design and construction activities, preparing project documentation and cost estimates, managing project risks and schedules, reviewing submittals, and communicating with stakeholders, contractors, team members, and management. Travel may be required up to 50% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a power-related degree from an accredited college or university and at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise general and technical documentation and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, team members, and management levels.
Extensive experience designing 120/208V and 480V electrical systems for additions, modifications, and new construction.
Extensive understanding of and experience with the National Electric Code for modifications and new builds.
Knowledge of electrical trade installation methods, techniques, and hardware used in construction drawing design.
Experience designing electrical circuits and breakers for pumps, motors, air handlers, and other mechanical systems.
Experience designing and modifying electrical distribution for commercial, industrial, or government facilities, including standby engine generators and uninterruptible power systems (UPS).
Experience performing load calculations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to organize documentation, with awareness of general documentation systems.
Strong experience with AutoCAD.
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting the Federal Aviation Administration.
Experience with power system analysis software such as EDSA Power Analytics and SKM Systems Analysis Power Tools.
Experience conducting and interpreting arc-flash studies.

Responsibilities

Plan and design electrical systems for FAA buildings and structures.
Conduct on-site surveys and develop to-scale designs and detailed reports.
Test and analyze power systems and participate in construction and final inspections, including CAI and JAI.
Coordinate with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve design or implementation problems.
Coordinate design components with multidisciplinary teams and produce drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics for site-specific modifications and new construction.
Prepare construction drawings, site-specific specifications, contract documents, and independent cost estimates.
Perform project management tasks and communications, including preparing safety plans, sequence-of-work plans, and cutover plans.
Generate and coordinate Integrated Risk Management Checklists, communication plans, and project risk registers to meet Operational Risk Management requirements.
Coordinate and complete work permits for potential lead and asbestos impacts during construction.
Participate in pre-construction and on-site construction meetings to coordinate electrical systems with stakeholders and other projects.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate construction project activities with stakeholders and contractors to meet milestones and deadlines.
Manage and participate in on-site cutovers, testing, and facility restoration.
Prepare, maintain, and periodically update project information for the team, management, and stakeholders.
Manage multiple projects to successful, on-time completion.
Review contractor design and construction submittals.
Perform internal design reviews of FAA-designed power projects.
Communicate clearly in writing and verbally, including producing general and technical documentation and coordinating tactfully with stakeholders, peers, and management.