Webber - Project Engineer - Infrastructure Management

Ferrovial•Washington, DC

6d•$75,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to join their team. This role serves as the senior technical consultant on site, responsible for acquiring and analyzing equipment data sets and determining necessary actions. The position requires strong experience in control systems to support the design, maintenance, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems across complex infrastructure assets. The ideal candidate will provide technical guidance on engineering-related operational and capital issues, contributing to safe, efficient, and compliant operations through deep expertise in control systems, automation, and electrical design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably Electrical engineering, but relevant work experience may be substituted
Current work experience of 3-5 years in electrical/telecom infrastructure industry
Specific knowledge of PLCs with emphasis on Allen Bradley and Schneider/Modicon PLCs
Functional level user of MS Project
Experience with maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading lighting, fan and gas monitoring controls
Experience with maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading fiber optic cabling, networking, security cameras
Working knowledge of electric motors, belt and chain drives, plus mechanical equipment of medium complexity
Experience with tunnel systems, ventilation controls, or transportation infrastructure
Knowledge of cybersecurity protocols for industrial control systems
Ability to promote, develop and implement a culture of partnership that jointly addresses Webber’s requirements as well as the client’s
Ability to provide innovative input into planning for review of proposed projects.
Ability to clearly and concisely convey complex issues to decision-makers in order to enhance effective decision-making in both written and verbal formats
Ability to manage multiple projects and interface with contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
Ability to provide client contact via face-to-face, and/or via phone, email, while keeping project management informed.

Nice To Haves

Appropriate Certifications and licenses are a plus

Responsibilities

Provides skilled technical and management advice and assistance to project team members
Demonstrates familiarity with maintenance practices and asset maintenance systems
Proactively identifies project issues and appropriately managing them to the satisfaction of client and Webber business goals; and escalating to the project management as appropriate.
Makes calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design such as lighting calculations, power distribution calculations and equipment sizing.
Prepares and/or reviews design criteria, quantities, and estimates, drawings, and specifications
Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents
Consistently, engages in site visits and site meetings, both scheduled and impromptu
Demonstrates time management and planning skills; demonstrated report writing skills; basic presentation skills.
Familiarity with and demonstrates adherence to the Health and Safety practices of the Infrastructure industry and Webber
Demonstrates commitment to continuously up-date necessary skills and knowledge as required for the role.
Completes reports and ensures their timely and accurate submission to project management
Any other duties that are assigned by the project management to include special projects, studies and review of operations
Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
Design, develop, and implement control systems for electrical infrastructure, including PLCs, SCADA, and HMI interfaces
Perform system integration, testing, repairing and commissioning of electrical and control components
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of controls with mechanical and electrical systems
Conduct diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of control system failures
Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and other relevant standards and codes
Prepare technical documentation, schematics, and reports for stakeholders and regulatory bodies
Support predictive and preventive maintenance strategies through control system enhancements
Lead or assist in upgrades of legacy control systems to modern platforms
Provide technical guidance during procurement, installation, and operational phases