Electrical Engineer I - Design & Field Focus (Remote)

Bowman Consulting; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman Consulting in Herndon, VA is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join our team. You will perform electrical design and develop construction documents, coordinating with engineers, project managers, and clients, and conducting field observations to accurately document conditions.

This entry-level role offers growth opportunities, requires a BS in electrical engineering, and familiarity with AutoCAD/REVIT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment.
• Entry level position, no prior experience required. Any professional experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and REVIT software, SKM software tools, and/or Lighting Design software (i.e., AGI, Visual, etc.).
• EIT and LEED accreditation preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Progress toward or plans to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design appropriate electrical systems in accordance with current code requirements and sound engineering principles.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, project manager, and occasionally the client.
• Conduct field observations visits to accurately document the existing field conditions.
• Organize/prioritize multiple tasks to complete the design in a sequential efficient manner.
• Complete electrical calculations such as load studies, voltage drop, panel/transformer/feeder loading, generator sizing, illumination levels.
• Design/layout of electrical system devices, distribution components, lighting, fire alarm and special systems as applicable to the project type.
• Accurately produce project construction documents to meet milestone schedules within a predetermined hourly budget.
• Attend coordination and design meetings, as needed.
• Assist with project specifications and budget construction cost estimating.
• Address comments from clients, AHJs & other review authorities; adjust designs accordingly.
• If directed, review all project related construction administrative items (shop drawings, RFI's, change order proposals).
• Work within established project budgets.
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of all codes applicable to the discipline.
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline

PE license progress toward or plans to pursue

EIT and LEED accreditation preferred

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

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

SKM

Lighting Design software (AGI, Visual)

Job description

Bowman Consulting in Herndon, VA is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join our team. You will perform electrical design and develop construction documents, coordinating with engineers, project managers, and clients, and conducting field observations to accurately document conditions.

This entry-level role offers growth opportunities, requires a BS in electrical engineering, and familiarity with AutoCAD/REVIT.