Electrical Engineer

Garud Technology Services, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Garud Technology Services, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support a federal PMO, focusing on electrical design, systems integration, and emerging technologies for border security operations.

The role blends hands-on engineering with field validation, requiring the ability to travel up to 40% within the United States and to work effectively with a cross-functional team of experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required; master’s degree a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience focusing on infrastructure, power distribution, or mission systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for electrical engineering in a federal technical program office.
• Analyze and define electrical system requirements for field-deployed technologies.
• Design and assess low-voltage and power distribution systems, including backup power and grounding.

Skills

Electrical design

Systems integration

Technical writing

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree (desired)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)

Job description

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Electrical Engineer

Full Time

Salary Range: $125,000.00 To $155,000.00 Annually

Garud is seeking a seasoned and motivated Electrical Engineerwith demonstrated experience to support federal Program Management Office (PMO). You will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, and fielding emerging technologies to enhance U.S. border security operations. This role is ideal for engineers who have a solid foundation in electrical design, systems integration, and applied problem-solving.

As part of an interdisciplinary technical team, the Electrical Engineer will apply expertise across a wide range of power and electrical systems used to support advanced capabilities such as surveillance platforms, remote sensing, autonomous systems, mobile operations, and field-based communications. The role blends hands-on engineering with field validation, supporting the integration of next-generation technologies into operational use at the tactical edge.

Candidates are expected to be focused and solution-oriented individuals who work well independently while working with a cross-functional team of experts.

About Garud

Garud Technology Services, Inc. is a trusted provider of premier technology and engineering solutions for the U.S. government and private sector. Since 2004, we have delivered tangible results and measurable outcomes for clients with diverse and challenging missions. We are recognized for our commitment to exceptional service, our deep relationships across government, and our strong culture of compliance and accountability. Garud’s teams are highly skilled, nimble, and flexible, with the ability to rapidly develop and deploy new capabilities to achieve our customers’ goals.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Function as the subject matter expert for electrical engineering within a federal technical program office, providing guidance on the planning, design, integration, and evaluation of electrical and power systems.
• Analyze and define electrical system requirements to support field-deployed technologies such as surveillance towers, remote sensors, communications nodes, and mobile command units.
• Design and assess low-voltage and power distribution systems, including primary service, backup power, grounding, lighting, and protection systems.
• Assess backup power requirements, including generator sizing, solar integration, hybrid solutions, and energy storage considerations in austere environments.
• Review and provide technical input on engineering design packages, electrical system specifications, and cost estimates; ensure compliance with applicable codes and DHS standards.
• Support the assessment, adaptation, and field validation of emerging technologies requiring specialized electrical support, including autonomous surveillance systems, rapidly deployable sensors, and integrated energy solutions.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and communications engineers, facility managers, and program stakeholders to ensure integrated system designs and successful project execution.
• Provide engineering insight for value engineering analyses, technical risk assessments, and cost-benefit studies.
• Travel to project sites to conduct field assessments, support design reviews, inspect installation work, and participate in Integrated Project Teams (IPTs).

Required Educations, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required; master’s degree is a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering with emphasis on infrastructure systems, power distribution, or applied mission systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and other applicable electrical and construction codes and standards.
• Experience working with federal agencies (e.g., DHS, DoD) or on mission-driven technology programs is strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and performance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Strong technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to travel up to 40% to support site visits and program reviews.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a DHS/CBP Background Investigation (BI) is required; active CBP BI preferred.

Qualifications & Certifications (Desired)

• A current Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in Training (EIT) certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or other industry-related certification

Location: Work will be conducted remotely. Travel will be required for the position (up to 40%), all within the United States.

Citizenship and Security Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to pass DHS/CBP Background Investigation.

Garud provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.