Principal Electrical Engineer

Arcadis•Tampa, FL

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer with expertise in designing electrical power systems for the municipal water/wastewater industry. This role involves technical and design consulting, focusing on electrical power distribution, motor controls, lighting, and grounding. The position also includes managing tasks, overseeing junior engineers, and supporting the growth of the municipal water/wastewater practice. The role is based in Florida, Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, DC.

Requirements

At least 12 years of relevant work experience.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineering (PE) license in Florida.
Solid working knowledge of the National Electrical Code – NFPA 70.
Solid working knowledge of NFPA 820 and NFPA 70E.
Basic understanding of AutoCAD.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Sharepoint, Word, Excel, MS Project, and Outlook.
Performance-driven and able to work productively both independently and as a contributing member of a multidisciplinary design team.
Ability and desire to mentor and manage junior/staff engineers on multiple concurrent projects.

Nice To Haves

15 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain reciprocity for a Professional Engineering (PE) license in other states and Puerto Rico.
Solid working knowledge of Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, field instrumentation, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) as they relate to electrical design.
Experience using ETAP, SKM Power Tools, or other power systems analysis software.
NFPA 70E training.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the electrical design and coordination of various projects with an emphasis on medium and low voltage power distribution, motor controls, lighting, and grounding for water/wastewater projects.
Provide leadership, technical knowledge, and guidance to electrical staff through direct line management, quality control reviews of work products, and mentorship.
Manage projects/tasks budgets and delivery schedules for each assignment.
Balance team workload for multiple assignments to complete projects on time and on budget.
Support business development and, in coordination with project managers, prepare scopes, schedules, and budget for new projects.
Work in multi-discipline teams, coordinating with Control Systems and Process Mechanical groups among others.
Establish design criteria, perform design calculations, develop one-line diagrams, control schematics, plans and specifications (serve as Engineer of Record).
Conduct field inspections, condition assessments, and oversee projects in construction including identifying deviations from design and adequate completion of designed work.
Perform system analysis using ETAP, SKM Power Tools or other power systems analysis software.
Actively collaborate with practice leadership, participate in regional / national conferences, and support technical knowledge advancement and sharing.