Experienced Design Engineer / Electrical Engineer

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Indian Head; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking research and consulting firm as an Electrical Engineer, where you'll lead the design of innovative electrical systems for federal projects. This role offers a vibrant and flexible work environment, allowing you to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence. You'll play a crucial part in developing design packages, conducting technical reviews, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this position is perfect for motivated professionals eager to make a difference in their field.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Educational Benefits

401k Plan

Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems.
• Fluency in NFPA 70 NEC and experience with safety systems design.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs for renovations and upgrades at federal sites.
• Conduct technical reviews of design packages for compliance and effectiveness.

Skills

Electrical Design

Project Management

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

NFPA 70 NEC Compliance

Technical Communication

Safety Systems Design

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to independently develop electrical designs for renovations and upgrades to existing buildings and power distribution systems at a federal site in Indian Head, Maryland. This position will be at a federal site in Indian Head, MD, and will include interaction and support from ERG personnel at the federal site, as well as from ERG's Fairfax and Arlington offices. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.

Job Description:

• Primarily requires development of requirements and technical review of design packages as well as occasional design work.
• Prepare design packages (including electrical design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates) for renovation projects such as replacement and installation of HVAC, electrical power service, emergency generator, surge suppression, lightning protection, grounding, bonding, control systems, and telecommunications systems
• Conduct technical reviews of design packages created by others to assess compliance with applicable Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), electrical codes, and regulations, as well as end-user requirements
• Provide technical input to proposal development for renovation projects
• Support design process from concept through delivery of completed design package
• Prepare technical memoranda/reports that summarize information, such as requirements or the basis of design
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other stakeholders, internal and external, and the design team (e.g., engineering department, manufacturing department)
• Serve as a project manager and/or design manager on some assigned projects

Qualifications and Skills:

• A Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred but not required
• A minimum of 8 years experience required; 10+ years is preferred
• At least five years of experience with designing electrical power systems for new or upgraded buildings
• Experience with the design of energetics-related safety systems (e.g., bonding & grounding, lightning protection systems) is preferred but not required
• Must be fluent in NFPA 70 NEC
• Experience working with AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Ability to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

A signing bonus may be offered to exceptionally well qualified candidates.

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.