Electrical Engineer – Aviation & Infrastructure - DMV Region

CMTS LLC•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

CMTS is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support aviation, transportation, and public infrastructure capital improvement projects throughout the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) Region. This role will provide engineering support related to the planning, design, coordination, construction, and commissioning of electrical systems associated with complex infrastructure and facility improvement projects. The Electrical Engineer will work closely with project managers, construction managers, architects, consultants, contractors, airport stakeholders, and client representatives to help ensure electrical systems are designed and constructed in accordance with project requirements, operational standards, applicable codes, and industry best practices. Projects may include airport terminal improvements, airfield electrical systems, utility infrastructure, facility upgrades, roadway lighting, power distribution systems, emergency backup systems, transit facilities, tenant improvements, and other public sector capital improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required or An equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant electrical engineering experience where permitted by applicable regulations
5–12 years of electrical engineering experience supporting aviation, transportation, infrastructure, or public sector capital improvement projects
Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power distribution systems, lighting systems, grounding systems, and emergency power systems
Experience supporting electrical design reviews, construction administration, commissioning, and field coordination activities
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IBC, and local jurisdictional requirements
Experience reviewing construction drawings, technical specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings
Ability to identify design conflicts, constructability concerns, and operational impacts while supporting resolution efforts
Experience supporting projects within active operational environments preferred
Strong analytical, technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, technical documentation, and project correspondence
Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
Experience with electrical design and engineering software platforms preferred
Ability to travel throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia project locations as required

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
EIT certification preferred for candidates pursuing PE licensure
Experience supporting aviation or transportation infrastructure projects strongly preferred
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
AutoCAD
Revit
SKM Power Tools
ETAP
Bluebeam Revu
Microsoft 365

Responsibilities

Support planning, design, coordination, and construction activities associated with electrical systems for aviation, transportation, and infrastructure capital improvement projects
Review electrical designs, drawings, technical specifications, calculations, and engineering documentation for compliance with project requirements and applicable codes
Coordinate with architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to support project delivery objectives
Review and respond to RFIs, submittments, shop drawings, product data, and change order requests related to electrical systems
Conduct field inspections and site observations to verify construction activities, installation quality, and compliance with plans and specifications
Support construction administration and commissioning activities including system testing, startup coordination, punch list reviews, and closeout verification
Analyze electrical system performance and assist with troubleshooting technical issues, design conflicts, and operational challenges
Assist with evaluation of power distribution systems, lighting systems, emergency backup systems, low-voltage systems, and utility coordination requirements
Coordinate electrical engineering activities with multidisciplinary project teams to support integrated project delivery
Monitor contractor compliance with project requirements, safety standards, and electrical engineering specifications
Prepare technical reports, engineering summaries, field reports, meeting documentation, and project correspondence
Participate in design reviews, progress meetings, construction coordination meetings, and stakeholder discussions
Support quality assurance and quality control efforts throughout all phases of project delivery
Maintain organized engineering documentation, project records, calculations, and technical files
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence across project teams
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders