Electrical Engineer - Airfield Electrical

Pond & Company; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pond & Company is seeking an Electrical Engineer III - Airfield Electrical to join our Professional Design Services team in multiple offices, including Peachtree Corners, GA. The role focuses on designing FAA-compliant airfield electrical systems and supporting runway/taxiway lighting, signage, NAVAIDs, and power distribution.

Candidates should have 4–8 years in electrical design, EIT, and a path toward PE licensure, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil 3D, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college
• 4–8 years of electrical design experience, preferably with exposure to airfield lighting, transportation, utility, or aviation infrastructure projects
• EIT certification required; PE license or progress toward licensure strongly preferred
• Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars (e.g., AC 150/5340 series), ICAO standards, or aviation electrical design criteria preferred
• Experience or exposure to CCR systems, series lighting circuits, ductbanks, grounding systems, and power distribution systems preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Civil 3D; familiarity with airfield lighting design tools is a plus
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams and support project deliverables across multiple assignments
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach

Responsibilities

• Design FAA-compliant airfield electrical systems including runway and taxiway lighting
• Contribute to signage, navigational aids (NAVAIDs), and power distribution design
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams across multiple airports
• Support projects through design and construction phases
• Assist in maintaining quality and timely delivery of documentation

Skills

Electrical design

Airfield lighting

EIT

PE licensure

Multidisciplinary teamwork

FAA/AC familiarity

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or EET

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Position

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer III - Airfield Electrical to join our growing Professional Design Services team in the following offices: Peachtree Corners, GA; Atlanta, GA; Kennesaw, GA; Savannah, GA; Columbia, SC; Jacksonville, FL; Huntsville, AL; Mobile, AL; Denver, CO. The ideal candidate will bring 4-8 years of experience in electrical engineering design with exposure to airfield lighting systems, aviation infrastructure, or related electrical infrastructure projects, and is eager to continue growing technically within a collaborative team environment. In this role, the successful candidate will support and contribute to the design of FAA-compliant airfield electrical systems, including runway and taxiway lighting, airfield signage, navigational aids (NAVAIDs), and associated power distribution systems. The engineer will work alongside senior technical leaders and multidisciplinary teams on projects across multiple airports and geographies, gaining hands‑on experience in airfield lighting, medium‑voltage distribution, grounding systems, and airside electrical infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking to expand technical expertise, increase project responsibility, and continue developing within the aviation electrical engineering field. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of supporting projects through multiple phases of design and construction.

All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in‑person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in‑person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university
• 4-8 years of experience in electrical design, preferably with exposure to airfield lighting, transportation, utility, or aviation infrastructure projects
• EIT certification required; PE license or progress toward licensure strongly preferred
• Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars (e.g., AC 150/5340 series), ICAO standards, or aviation electrical design criteria preferred
• Experience or exposure to constant current regulator (CCR) systems, series lighting circuits, ductbanks, grounding systems, and power distribution systems preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Civil 3D; familiarity with airfield lighting design tools is a plus
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams and support project deliverables across multiple assignments
• Strong communication skills, positive attitude, and willingness to learn from senior engineers and project managers
• Ability to manage priorities, multi-task, and produce high‑quality technical work in a fast‑paced environment
• Desire to continue growing expertise in aviation and airfield electrical engineering

About Pond

Pond is an award‑winning, full‑service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond's staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion - and everything in between - with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta's #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.

Additional Information

Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.

Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond's comprehensive benefits offerings here.

All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] .