HGA ยท 10 hours ago
Sr Electrical Project Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$121K/yr - $148K/yr
12+ years expHGA is an award-winning, integrated architecture, engineering, and planning firm. As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you will lead and manage large-scale electrical projects and teams, ensuring high-quality design and compliance with codes. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver impactful electrical systems and solutions across different sectors.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringInterior Design
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead electrical design on large-scale projects across various sectors, including corporate, higher education, and performing arts
Manage project teams locally and nationally to ensure high-quality, timely delivery of electrical systems and solutions
Develop and review electrical designs, including power distribution, lighting systems, and control systems, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design professionals
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate electrical systems into innovative, functional designs
Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and project teams to drive projects forward and ensure expectations are met
Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks, and work with the design team to determine scope, budget, and staffing
Write scopes of work for electrical design based on preliminary review and meetings with the client
Prepare engineering studies and schematic design for new systems and analyze operation of existing systems
Present complex engineering analysis clearly and effectively to owner and design teams
Document existing conditions and perform complex and detailed troubleshooting. Resolve a variety of complex problems, i.e. conflicting design requirements, code issues, varying design options, and difficult condition requirements
Research non-routine code issues and obtain interpretations from code officials
Produce sketches and system schematics for complicated design tasks
Prepare engineering opinion of probable cost for electrical systems and review contractor cost estimates
Develop calculations using engineering formulas and skills for Electrical designs such as whole building electrical loads, lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, editing specification sections, and creating punch lists
Review drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards. Assure that drawings and designs are in accordance with design standards
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of construction processes and delivery methods
Assist in the education and development of design staff and act as a resource for questions
Qualification
Required
BS or MS degree in electrical engineering
Professional licensure is required
12+ years of experience in leading design of government, commercial, corporate, higher education, and/or performing arts project
Documented experience with an MEP engineering firm or A/E firm providing electrical design
Expertise in National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA) and an understanding of applicable (city, state, federal) requirements and pertinent standards is essential
Active government security clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain the required clearance for project assignments
Working knowledge of Revit software
Familiarity with electrical analysis software (SKM, Easy Power) and knowledge of the current sustainable technologies applicable to the design of commercial electrical systems
Benefits
Annual bonus and success sharing bonus program
401(k) guaranteed contribution
Paid parental leave
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
PTO
Short- and long-term disability programs
Company
HGA
HGA is a national interdisciplinary design firm committed to making a positive, lasting impact for our clients and communities through research-based, holistic solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mia Blanchett
CEO
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