Electrical Engineer - Power & Energy Virginia Beach, VA

Clark Nexsen Industrial; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Healthy work/life balance accommodations

Job summary

Clark Nexsen Industrial, located in Virginia Beach, is looking for an Electrical Engineer (P&E) passionate about energy performance and sustainability. This role involves performing and supervising electrical engineering design for energy projects and working collaboratively on multi-discipline teams.

The ideal candidate will have an ABET-accredited engineering degree, Professional Engineering licensure, and over 7 years of experience in energy design and electrical systems. This position promotes a flexible hybrid working schedule while prioritizing a healthy work/life balance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of design experience in energy or electrical engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems for renewable energy.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and net-zero principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering design on energy projects.
• Meet clients to validate scope of work.
• Supervise electrical engineering teams and ensure quality control.

Skills

Effective document preparation

Presentation skills

Technical precision

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

Professional Engineering licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

SKM Power Tools

Job description

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position Summary: Clark Nexsen is seeking an Electrical Engineer (P&E) who is passionate about energy performance and sustainability in the built environment to join our Energy Consulting Team. Our Energy Consulting Team provides design and consulting services related to decarbonization, renewable energy, microgrids, and energy efficiency projects. We are driven to make the world a better place through our work.

An Electrical Engineer (P&E) will be responsible for performing, directing, and supervising all aspects of Electrical Engineering on multi-discipline energy design projects with an in-depth knowledge of electrical systems and equipment selection for solar, BESS, power generation, microgrid systems, microgrid/SCADA controls, microgrid technology, other renewable energy sources, and grid management.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

• Performing all aspects of electrical engineering design (specifically power distribution) as a Senior or Lead Engineer, including Conceptual Studies, Program Requirements, Design Analyses, Calculations, Equipment selection and layout, and System selection and layout for energy design and site electrical utilities with minimal direction from supervising staff
• Meeting with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work for energy design electrical engineering services
• Providing oversight and coordination of energy electrical engineering projects and the electrical engineering portion of multi-discipline projects, and working with assigned Project Managers to meet client’s budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines
• Coordinating, supervising, and communicating all aspects of energy electrical design within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that electrical design details integrate properly with all other disciplines represented on the design team
• Directing, supervising, training, and ensuring quality control of electrical engineers, EIT’s, and designers
• Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures and providing electrical engineering QC reviews for other engineers and designers
• Preparing and supervising the preparation of accurate and complete energy electrical project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents
• Performing and supervising energy electrical engineering support services during the bidding process, such as preparing addenda, amendments, and responding to RFI’s
• Performing and directing electrical engineering construction phase services including representing the firm on‑site, answering RFI’s, reviewing shop drawings and preparing As‑built drawings, etc. as directed
• Providing technical input to the energy engineering design such as value engineering and industry best practices
• Working independently with limited direction, but collaboratively with other engineers and designers
• Mentoring of engineering staff to foster their professional development
• Actively support Company marketing and business development activities, particularly the Energy Consulting Team
• Providing technical guidance to electrical staff
• Assisting with the development of new and/or revised processes and procedures
• Performing other responsibilities as assigned by the Energy Consulting Team’s Managing Principal and Project Managers

Required Skills

• Ability to prepare effective and concise documents
• Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
• Ability to travel an average of 25% of the time
• Possess technical precision and creative design skills
• Possess demonstrated ability to lead by example, teaching and mentoring less experienced staff and working well with others in a team environment
• Establish and nurture relationships with federal and local government, institutional, commercial and academic stakeholders to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the field of sustainable central energy plant integration and design.
• Design medium voltage power systems, including campus wide upgrades, building upgrades, and underground distribution systems.
• Lead efforts to connect net zero buildings and microgrids to the power grid, ensuring seamless integration while adhering to relevant regulations and standards.
• Provide expert guidance and solutions on power systems and utilities, microgrid design, and grid interconnection to internal teams, clients and partners.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends related to energy integration and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
• Manage projects related to utility connections and microgrid integration from conception to implementation, ensuring they align with sustainability goals.
• Oversee and direct electrical engineering design teams in planning, analysis and delivery of construction and specification documents.
• Ensure all projects adhere to local, state and federal regulations, and collaborate with regulatory bodies as needed.
• Proficient in MS Office Software
• Proficient in discipline specific design software
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead a team of electrical engineers and designers
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Required Experience

• Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4, 5, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering Technology
• Professional Engineering licensure in Electrical Engineering is required
• 7+ years of significant design and practice experience in a leadership role with an Energy firm, Electrical Utility, Electrical firm, MEP firm, or multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm with substantial knowledge of applicable codes and standards as well as electrical engineering experience in an energy setting
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems and equipment selection for solar, BESS, power generation, microgrid systems, microgrid/SCADA controls, microgrid technology, other renewable energy sources, and grid management
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and net-zero building principles

Preferred Experience

• Active participation in IEEE is desirable
• Working knowledge and direct experience with design and production software to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software is highly desirable
• Strong experience in the design of medium-voltage power distribution, generation facilities, smart grid facilities, photovoltaic systems, EV charging stations, BESS systems, and SCADA/PLC controls is desirable
• Specific software includes:
  • SKM Power Tools or Equivalent
  • Microsoft Office
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit

Working Conditions

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. JMT offers a hybrid work schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.