DoD Electrical Engineer: Controls, SCADA & Commissioning

The Building People; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC, has a full-time opening for an Electrical Engineer to support Department of Defense projects. You will design and provide technical support for facility control systems, including UMCS, HVAC controls and DDC, SCADA, Fire Alarm Systems, ESS, and metering, and produce calculations, drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation.

You will collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and field teams to ensure code-compliant, reliable systems, participate in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical or mechanical) from an accredited university or college.
• Advanced degree in engineering or related discipline is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance and willingness to travel to CONUS/OCONUS sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and technical support for facility control system projects (UMCS, HVAC controls, DDC, SCADA, FAS, ESS, metering).
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation; coordinate interfaces; assist with submittals and RFIs.

Skills

Electrical design

Documentation

Field surveys

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Advanced degree in engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

TRACE

HAP

Job description

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Electrical Engineer - Department of Defense. The Electrical Engineer provides design and technical support for facility control system projects, including UMCS, HVAC controls and DDC, SCADA, Fire Alarm Systems, Electronic Security Systems, and metering. Responsibilities include preparing calculations, drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation; coordinating power and controls interfaces; assisting with submittal reviews and RFIs; supporting factory and site testing, integrated system testing, and commissioning; and producing as-built updates and O&M inputs. This role supports a Department of Defense mission and collaborates with senior engineers, project managers, and field teams to deliver code-compliant, reliable systems.

Required Experience & Skills

• Five (5) years of experience in Electrical and/or Mechanical engineering, including at least three (3) years in the functional area aligned to this work.
• Demonstrated experience developing engineered designs and documentation for UMCS, HVAC controls and DDC, SCADA, FAS, ESS, and metering.
• Proficiency preparing load and capacity calculations, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, wiring and control diagrams, hydronic and airside schematics, sequences of operation, point lists, and equipment schedules.
• Experience supporting factory tests, site tests, integrated system tests, and final acceptance; coordinating deficiency resolution and as-built updates.
• Working knowledge of applicable criteria and codes, including UFGS, UFC, NFPA 70 and 72, NFPA 101, ASHRAE 55/62.1/90.1, IMC, IBC, and relevant industry standards.
• Familiarity with ICS cybersecurity touchpoints that influence design (for example: network segmentation, PPS allowlisting, secure configurations) in coordination with cybersecurity teams.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, perform field surveys, and prepare clear technical reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordination with stakeholders and preparation of technical deliverables.
• Ability to travel to active project sites, including secure facilities.
  
  

Preferred Experience & Skills

• EIT/FE credential; progress toward PE licensure.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD; for electrical, SKM or ETAP; for mechanical, TRACE or HAP.
• Experience integrating legacy systems with new DDC and enterprise monitoring platforms.
• Commissioning support experience and familiarity with three-phase inspections and QC coordination.
• Prior experience on federal task order contracts for facility modernization or control systems programs.
  
  

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical or mechanical) from an accredited university or college.
  
  

Preferred Education

• Advanced degree in engineering or related discipline.
  
  

Clearance

• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  
  

Travel

• Minimum 25% to job sites CONUS and OCONUS as required by task orders.
• Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
• Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
  
  

Additional Information

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
  
  

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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