Electrical Engineer

Overview: Electrical Engineer Role Description: Huitt-Zollars has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Registered Professional Electrical Engineer with at least 5 years experience and to join our team. This role works with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. The incumbent performs design of site and facilities electrical power, communications, and interior/exterior lighting systems. Candidates must pass HZ security clearance review (criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record check) and Federal Government base access requirements. Location: Alexandria, VA Duties: Prepare design of electrical and interior/exterior lighting systems, design documents, plans and specifications. Guide others in the preparation of programming documents, schematic design, and design development and construction documents. Support multiple electrical engineering designs of new construction and renovation projects. Prepare designs, and handle design review and quality control. Prepare electrical construction specifications, budgets, schedules and work plans for projects. Researches building codes and standards to determine essential design requirements of the projects. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other HZ staff, utility representatives, contractors, and consultants and clients. Perform electrical system planning including electric distribution layouts, specifications of wiring systems, and analysis of loads. Calculate lighting illumination levels and designs lighting layouts for both interior and exterior lighting projects. Perform electrical studies including voltage drop/dip, short circuit and overcurrent coordination studies. Prepare various technical reports for engineering studies. Coordinate with other HZ disciplines, utility companies, consulting engineers, architects, and contractors to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in project design. Update Project Managers on work progress, and address potential project problems. Attend meetings, conferences, trainings to stay current on trade principles, practices and new developments. Review project construction submittals and shop drawings. Visit construction sites, perform project construction observations and prepare punch lists. (Some travel involved) Key Responsibilities: Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy. Successfully and consistently functions as Lead Principal-in-Charge for their designated Practice Area in geographic market. Competent, knowledgeable, service leader in the market(s) they service. Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations. Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects. Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). Verifies client satisfaction routinely and shares feedback with team. Proactively works with PM to strategize resolving issues that impact project performance. Reviews progress with PM at least monthly (including & completes vs. % spent) and that PM is adhering to weekly rhythm. Successfully contributes to the overall profitability and financial performance on projects. Oversees staff deliverables and production assigned to their projects to ensure client, legal, and company requirements are met. Role Competencies: Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders. Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias. Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills. Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE). Registered Professional Engineer in Maryland, Virginia, or DC NOTE: Exam Ready EIT will be considered 5-10+ years of Electrical engineering design experience. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit BIM Proficiency with Electrical analysis software such as SKM Powertools, Easypower (or eqiv)., and lighting analysis with AGi32 or equivalent. Experience performing short circuit, voltage drop, protective device coordination Intermediate skills with spreadsheet software Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 101 Familiarity with industry energy standards (ASHRAE 90.1, IECC) Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Experience using the Unified Facilities Criteria and designing projects on federal installations preferred. LEED AP, CEM credentials is a plus. Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision. Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely. Must pass HZ security clearance review and pass Federal Government base access requirements. Ability to work well in a team environment. This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars Core Value and Leadership Competencies. About Huitt-Zollars: Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page. Benefits: Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) MDLive Telehealth Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability 8 Paid Holidays Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities Paid Vacation/Annual Leave Paid Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements Term Life / AD&D insurance Cancer and Specified Disease insurance Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, type/key-in data Able to walk project site while wearing personal protective equipment May lift and carry up to 25 pounds at times. The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities Employee may be asked to walk on uneven terrain. May work in extreme weather conditions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. Please apply online at Job ID No: N019 Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement. #IND

Created: 2024-10-19