Electrical Engineer

OTJ Architects; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to plan and design electrical systems for building projects. The ideal candidate will have a PE license and 5-10 years in AEC engineering. Responsibilities include sealing construction documents, designing systems, and coordinating with teams. This role requires technical expertise in relevant codes and software like Revit and AutoCAD. OTJ Architects is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering within an AEC consulting environment.
• Active PE license in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IECC, ASHRAE, and local jurisdictional codes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for electrical design projects.
• Design and document electrical systems for various facilities.
• Develop power distribution and lighting designs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

NEC Knowledge

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Active PE license

5-10 years of experience in AEC consulting

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical calculation tools

Job description

Position: Electrical Engineer

Location: Washington, DC

Job Id: 171

OTJ is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer who is PE certified. This role focuses on the planning, design, and execution of electrical systems for a wide range of building and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, experience, and a collaborative mindset suited for multidisciplinary AEC environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for electrical design projects, including sealing and signing construction documents
• Design and document electrical systems for commercial, institutional, healthcare, higher education, mixed-use, and/or government facilities
• Develop power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, emergency power, and critical systems designs
• Produce and review drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical narratives
• Coordinate closely with architects, structural, civil, and MEP engineering teams throughout design development and construction
• Participate in QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy and firm standards are met
• Support construction administration services, including shop drawing and submittal reviews, RFI responses, site visits, field observations, and closeout documentation
• Interface with AHJs and utility providers across MD, VA, and DC for permitting and design approvals
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, provide technical oversight and guidance
• Support project management activities such as scope development, scheduling, and fee estimates
• Contribute to proposals, interviews, and business development efforts as needed

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in electrical engineering within an AEC consulting environment
• Active PE license in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IECC, ASHRAE, and local jurisdictional codes
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and electrical calculation tools
• Experience coordinating within BIM and multidisciplinary design teams
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills

OTJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.