Junior Electrical Engineer

Amentum•McLean, VA

5d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Mclean, Virginia. The Junior Electrical Engineer provides technical and administrative support for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of power generation and facility systems. Working under the supervision of senior engineering and operations personnel, this position assists with electrical system maintenance, preventive maintenance planning, documentation, regulatory compliance, asset management, and daily operational activities. The role combines hands-on engineering responsibilities with administrative support functions to ensure effective buildings and plant operations and maintenance. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or higher U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
0–3 years of engineering experience in power generation, industrial facilities, manufacturing, utilities, or facility operations.
Fundamental understanding of electrical power systems, motors, generators, transformers, switchgear, and protective devices.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance principles.
Basic understanding of electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and schematics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or higher U.S. Security Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Internship or cooperative education experience in industrial or power systems preferred.
Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is preferred.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain.
Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA regulations, and electrical safety practices.
Experience with SCADA, PLCs, or industrial control systems is desirable.
Knowledge of power plant equipment and facility management systems.
Experience with AutoCAD or electrical design software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Assist in the operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical equipment associated with power generation and facility infrastructure.
Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for electrical systems.
Perform equipment inspections and assist with condition assessments.
Review electrical drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation for accuracy and updates.
Assist in root cause analysis of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
Support commissioning, testing, and startup of electrical equipment.
Coordinate with operations personnel to minimize equipment downtime.
Monitor electrical system performance and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and reliability.
Participate in plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance outages.
Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
Assist with planning and scheduling maintenance work orders.
Coordinate with maintenance technicians and contractors during scheduled work.
Monitor maintenance backlog and track completion of assigned tasks.
Verify completion of maintenance activities and maintain accurate records.
Assist in managing spare parts inventory and equipment records.
Support development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs.
Prepare equipment history reports and maintenance performance metrics.
Participate in routine facility inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.
Maintain engineering files, technical documentation, and maintenance records.
Prepare work orders, purchase requisitions, service requests, and material requests.
Assist with vendor coordination, contractor documentation, and procurement activities.
Update computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) with equipment data and maintenance records.
Prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and engineering summaries.
Track maintenance budgets, equipment expenses, and project costs.
Schedule meetings, inspections, and maintenance activities.
Maintain document control for electrical drawings, operating procedures, and technical manuals.
Support regulatory reporting and compliance documentation.
Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.