Electrical Engineer

AE Works Ltd.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Hybrid schedule

Licensure support

Job summary

AE Works in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced registered Electrical Engineer to lead design of power distribution, lighting and fire alarm systems for healthcare, higher education, laboratory and federal projects. You will provide the PE stamp and set technical direction, mentor designers, and coordinate with clients in design meetings and on site.

Based in DC with travel, the role reports to the Electrical Discipline Lead and offers a path to leadership within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 8+ years designing building electrical systems for commercial or institutional buildings.
• PE license required and able to stamp drawings.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and related codes (NEC, NESC, IBC, IECC).
• Proficiency in Autodesk, Revit and MS Office.
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, AGI32 or Elumtools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of power distribution, lighting, fire alarm and low-voltage systems for federal, healthcare, higher education and commercial clients.
• Provide Engineer of Record duties and maintain technical accuracy.
• Coordinate with designers, EITs and other disciplines during design and site visits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (electrical emphasis)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Autodesk Revit

MS Office

SKM

ETAP

AGI32

Elumtools

Job description

Our team is redefining building design and engineering.AE Works is an award-winning firm ranked among the top U.S. A/E firms by Architectural Record and ENR East. AE Works is recognized for our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional results.

Our mission is straightforward:

to make building projects a better value. We thrive on solving complex challenges and creating solutions that enhance the built environment, enabling our clients to succeed in their most important endeavors.

WHY AE WORKS?

Our strength lies in our people. We offer a collaborative environment where expertise is shared, and ideas drive progress. You’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with deep experience across higher education, government, engineering & infrastructure, healthcare and commercial markets. Together, we apply leading-edge technology and a passion for design excellence to projects that shape the future.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

AE Works is seeking an experienced registered Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead the design of power distribution, lighting, fire alarm and low-voltage systems on healthcare, higher education, laboratory and federal projects from concept through construction administration. You will provide the final PE stamp certifying that the drawings meet all applicable codes and standards. You will set the technical direction for your projects, lead the power system studies that inform them, guide the designers and EITs handling production, and serve as the primary engineering point of contact for clients in design meetings and on site. This role reports directly to our Electrical Discipline Lead.

LOCATION:

Washington, DC with travel to client and project sites. Position has the option to be based out of the Pittsburgh, PA region as well.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, communications and/or telecommunication systems for federal, healthcare, higher education and commercial clients per applicable codes
• Prepare short circuit, coordination, and arc flash calculations
• Experience with the design of highly reliable, robust and concurrently maintainable Medium and Low Voltage infrastructure
• Act as Engineer of Record when assigned, ensuring technical accuracy and accountability
• Review and markup of shop drawings and submittals. Respond to RFI's and review of change orders
• Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team
• Interface and lead coordination with all disciplines during the design/coordination phases
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress
• Recommend improvements to reference standards and processes that enhance quality, strengthen coordination, and streamline production efforts.
• Establish and manage project schedules, ensuring efficient resource use and timely task completion
• Oversee QA/QC process for your work and the work of others

QUALIFICATIONS:

What’s Required:

• 8+ years designing building electrical systems — power distribution, lighting and fire alarm — for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and a solid understanding of codes and standards such as NEC, NESC, IBC, and IECC
• Proficiency in Autodesk, Revit and MS Office
• Engineering software experience (SKM, ETAP, AGI32, or Elumtools)

What Puts You Ahead:

• Healthcare essential electrical systems experience under NFPA 99 and NFPA 110 — life safety, critical and equipment branches.
• Active participation in IEEE or IES.

AE WORKS' PERKS:

At AE Works, we believe in supporting each person in their professional and personal journey. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k), and a collaborative culture built on mentorship, accountability, and technical excellence. Our team enjoys generous paid time off, including a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s Day, a flexible hybrid schedule, and resources that promote mental health, financial wellness, and professional growth through training, education, and licensure support.

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, disability or veteran status. EEO is the law. AE Works uses E-Verify. You have the Right to Work.

About AE Works

We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake.