Career Opportunities: Senior Electrical Engineer (11969)

SmithGroup; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

SmithGroup is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for its Washington, DC office. The role involves independently providing electrical engineering services and leading design projects for various building systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, extensive experience in electrical design, and demonstrate leadership within teams. Additionally, a commitment to innovative design and client relations is essential.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

3 weeks PTO with option to purchase more

8 paid federal holidays

15 extra Fridays off

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) program with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

One-on-one career coaching

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience as an electrical engineer.
• Experience in building design and construction industry.
• Prior experience leading electrical teams required.

Responsibilities

• Provide the full range of electrical engineering services.
• Lead analysis, design and documentation of electrical systems.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in recruitment.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical Design

Problem Solving

Client Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

LEED AP (preferred)

Tools

CAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID11969-Posted -SmithGroup, Inc.-Electrical Engineering-Washington, DC

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Washington, DC office of SmithGroupis looking for aSenior Electrical Engineerto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Independently provide the full range of electrical engineering services on projects and lead others in accomplishing project objectives given by a supervisor.
• Lead and perform analysis, design and documentation of small to medium building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm, security, audio/visual and telecommunications systems.
• Serve as electrical systems specialist, conduct research in problem areas of considerable scope/complexity and devise solutions.
• Create and develop planning and design concepts for more complex projects.
• Oversee design work of others to ensure an integrated and cohesive design.
• Present engineering design solutions to client representative and/or design review committees.
• Meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors and others to address electrical discipline issues and to develop effective working relationships.
• Mentor junior level staff and participate in performance coaching.
• Participate in the recruitment and interviewing process as requested.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience working as an electrical engineer in the building design and construction industry, including the design of power distribution, lighting, and lighting controls
• LEED AP preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
• Prior experience leading electrical teams.
• Proficiency in current design software (CAD, Revit, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $152,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] .

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state and local laws.