Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical

Affiliated Engineers, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, collaborative environment

Mentorship and professional development programs

Health, dental, vision, retirement benefits

Performance-based year-end bonus

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer for their Washington, D.C. office to drive innovative solutions in mission-critical systems. This role involves leading engineering design processes and ensuring reliability in data center operations.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in power distribution design and a strong background in mission-critical facilities. A flexible work environment with a robust benefits package is offered to support individual growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience designing power distribution and lighting building systems.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in mission-critical facilities.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, including NEC and IEC.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design processes on assigned projects.
• Develop innovative solutions for data center clients.
• Help achieve energy-efficient building solutions.

Skills

Strong spoken and written communications skills

Excellent organization and time management skills

Quick technical comprehension

Self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks

Effective working individually and in team environments

Education

BSEE/BSAE from an ABET accredited program

Professional engineering registration

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

Navisworks

Job description

Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity. At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we've supported mission‑driven organizations in designing systems that advance society and improve lives. With more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.

As an Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical in our Washington, D.C. office, you will help our data center clients trust in the reliability of their mission‑critical systems to preserve data, protect assets, and save lives. You will also lead efforts to achieve energy‑efficient building solutions and help operators safely and effectively manage the data center.

In this position, you will be responsible for engineering design processes on assigned projects within a particular discipline. You will develop innovative and unique engineering solutions to align with project, client, and project partner needs, and lead the discipline team in implementing those solutions.

Qualifications

• BSEE/BSAE (or another engineering discipline) from an ABET accredited program.
• 8+ years of experience designing power distribution and lighting building systems in technically sophisticated facilities.
• Knowledge of critical data center electrical and mechanical equipment/systems.
• Minimum 4 years of experience designing, implementing, and/or operating mission‑critical facilities (specifically colocation and/or hyperscale data center facilities), including medium and low‑voltage power distribution, and backup power/emergency systems.
• Professional engineering registration required.
• Proficiency in computer operation for engineering design programs (Revit MEP, AutoCAD, SKM PowerTools, ETAP, Navisworks) preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, including National Electrical Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

Effective Skills

• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Self‑starter with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective working individually and within team environments.

Benefits

• A flexible, collaborative environment where your well‑being matters.
• Real opportunities to grow through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high‑impact projects across disciplines.
• Collaboration with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
• A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance‑based year‑end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs.

AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.