Electrical Engineer

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) is hiring a junior electrical engineer for on-site work at the Naval Support Facility in Indian Head, MD.

You will develop electrical designs for renovations and power distribution, preparing packages that include drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. You will assess design packages for UFC compliance, support proposal development, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to advance projects from concept through delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, minimum GPA 3.0.
• Experience with energetics-related safety systems preferred.
• Awareness of NFPA 70 NEC requirements.
• Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Ability to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must hold or be able to obtain DoD Secret-level clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen; not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design packages including drawings, specs, and cost estimates for renovations and power systems.
• Conduct technical reviews of others' design packages for UFC and code compliance.
• Provide input to proposals for renovation projects.
• Support design process from concept to delivery of design package.
• Prepare technical memoranda summarizing requirements or basis of design.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across departments.
• Serve as project or design manager on assigned projects.

Skills

Energetics safety systems

NFPA 70 NEC awareness

Security clearance

Prioritization & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

GPA ≥ 3.0

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.

Job Description

ERG is seeking a junior electrical engineer to work with a team in developing electrical designs for maintenance, renovations, and upgrades to existing buildings and power distribution systems. Successful candidates for this role will have a strong drive for achieving goals and a high sense of personal ownership of projects. Being able to work individually and collaboratively will be critical capabilities for attaining position goals.

This is a fulltime onsite position at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, MD, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.

• 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 basis of design
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other stakeholders internal to and external to 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

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (minimum GPA of 3.0)
• Experience with the design of energetics-related safety systems (e.g., bonding & grounding, lightning protection systems) is preferred but not required
• Awareness and/or fluency 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

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.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail] or call [phone].

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.