Senior Electrical Engineer – Building Systems Design (PE Required)
Qualdoc•Chantilly, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
An established engineering environment is seeking a licensed Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of building systems projects. This position plays a key role in managing electrical design efforts from early site evaluation through final construction support, while also providing mentorship to junior engineering staff. The role supports a mix of commercial, institutional, and government-related projects, including both new construction and renovation work.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in building systems electrical design
- Strong background in: Lighting and power system design, Fire alarm and low-voltage systems, Medium voltage distribution, Emergency and backup power systems, Grounding and utility coordination
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, AGI32, and SKM
Nice To Haves
- Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
- CDT (Construction Specifications Institute) certification
- LEED Accredited Professional (USGBC)
- RCDD certification
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary electrical engineering lead on assigned projects
- Manage design efforts from initial concept through final delivery
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Perform site evaluations and document existing field conditions
- Prepare engineering studies, reports, and supporting documentation
- Design and analyze building electrical systems, including: Lighting and power distribution, Fire alarm systems, Telecommunications and low-voltage infrastructure, Medium voltage distribution and utility coordination, UPS and emergency power systems
- Develop construction documents and detailed technical specifications
- Respond to RFIs during bidding and construction
- Review contractor submittals for compliance with design intent
- Participate in field observations and final inspections
- Support project closeout, including as-built documentation
- Monitor project schedules and budgets to ensure alignment with expectations
- Perform quality assurance reviews of design deliverables
- Ensure adherence to applicable codes, standards, and best practices
Benefits
- Direct Hire
- Starting at $130,000+ annually (based on experience)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
