Electrical Engineer

BAE Systems

20d • $107,359 - $182,510

About The Position

Join the BAE Systems' team and help shape National Security as a member of the Infrastructure Management Center. As a senior leader in our dynamic Infrastructure Management Center, you'll play a critical role in tackling complex technical challenges that support national security. You'll spearhead electrical engineering initiatives driving modernization efforts for nuclear missions, ammunition plant infrastructure, and other vital projects. With a multi-billion-dollar portfolio, you'll lead planning, design, and analysis activities to construct and maintain essential Department of War infrastructure.

At BAE Systems, we're at the forefront of innovation, leveraging the latest digital engineering tools and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to address pressing warfighter requirements. Our team delivers Advisory and Assistance Services, providing expert engineering, logistics, management, scientific analysis, and subject matter expertise to enhance and optimize the management of critical programs, driving cutting-edge solutions that make a tangible impact.

Here, we value our workforce, and their well-being. We prioritize safety, work life balance, and offer competitive benefits. This position offers a flexible work environment on a 5/40 with the ability to flex-time to support your needs. Make a difference doing work you can be proud of, be challenged by, and be part of a team that shares a passion of helping to protect our nation.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, extensive project experience, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment. They will be adept at navigating complex organizational structures, building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across multiple departments, prioritizing tasks, and allocating resources effectively. Additionally, they will possess a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and digital tools, and be able to communicate clearly with team members, stakeholders, and customers. This role offers opportunities for career growth and development through resource sharing across multiple programs and departments, enabling critical career broadening activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (may consider a closely related degree)
• 7 yrs technical experience (5yrs with MS) in Infrastructure electrical design and construction
• Broad electrical engineering experience in at least one of these areas: high voltage substation design, facility electrical supply, or electrical hardware (motors and pumps) integration.
• Ability to review documentation such as, but not limited to, schematics, diagrams, equipment data sheets, hazard area classification drawings, and electrical analysis or studies developed by other engineers and designers
• Working knowledge of, and ability to correctly interpret applicable codes and standards
• Working knowledge of electrical design software for efficient production of engineering work (AutoCAD, REVIT, MATLAB etc.)
• Ability to convert between high and low power outputs
• Ability to direct design teams and external design firms and create required engineering documentation using Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Project.
• Ability to interface effectively with site operations and maintenance teams.
• Must be able to obtain Secret (or higher) security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer License
• Skilled in principles of facility construction/sustainment activities
• Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specification (UFGS) and ASHRAE Standards
• Experience in the design and construction of chemical manufacturing facilities that involve the use of acids, bases, and solvents for the production of energetic materials.
• Experience in the design and construction of chemical facilities
• Active Secret clearance, Ability to obtain Top Secret
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Responsibilities

• Work with a multi-discipline engineering team to perform plant and project engineering.
• Select construction materials and methods, write specifications, supervise and prepare electrical drawings, control cost, and manage work to meet project schedules
• Perform electrical engineering analyses/calculations for one or more of the following: High Voltage Power Distribution systems, Mechatronic Components, Sensors, AC<->DC Systems, PLC’s and Controls systems.
• Electronic panel design for small and large scale systems, component selection and layout. (Auto Cad, Auto CAD Electrical, Inventor, Inventor Electrical)
• Power Calculations for low and high voltage equipment (480-120VAC) (48-5VDC). Understanding of 3 phase and single phase machinery
• Conduct inspections of existing facilities such as buildings and equipment to determine their integrity and safety. Make recommendations concerning any needed modifications
• Support development of plans and schedules for the construction phase of projects ensuring that materials, equipment, and personnel will be available to meet project schedules
• Ensure that work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and good construction practices and within cost during the execution phase
• Create detailed project proposals, scopes of work and estimates
• Review and approve design packages from equipment suppliers and design firms providing constructability input
• Execute commissioning plan and maintain documentation as needed
• Consider safety in all aspects of work and design

Benefits

• At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance.
• We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees