Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical (Federal)

Black & Veatch Corporation; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 109,460 - 219,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, dental, and vision insurances

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation and holidays

Performance-based bonus program

Job summary

An employee-owned engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer in Arlington, VA. The role requires expertise in electrical systems for federal clients, with responsibilities including design, technical execution, and project delivery on mission critical facilities. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, preferably with PE licensing, and proficiency in tools like Revit and AutoCAD. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits starting on day one, and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related work experience in electrical engineering.
• U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) License, or in progress.
• Experience with mission critical facilities required.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform electrical engineering assignments of medium to high complexity.
• Design and develop Mission Critical electrical systems.
• Support resolution of RFIs, submittals, and field issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

ETAP

SKM

Job description

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Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical (Federal)

Date: Mar 25, 2026

Location: Arlington, VA, US Denver, CO, US Atlanta, GA, US Overland Park, KS, US Dallas, TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.

Opportunity Type : Staff

Project Only Hire : No

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one.

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The Team

Black & Veatch’s Mission Critical Solution delivers highly reliable, resilient, and secure infrastructure for Federal DoD clients, supporting facilities where power continuity, system redundancy, and mission assurance are essential. We serve clients including USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC, and other DoD agencies, delivering electrical and power systems for mission-critical facilities such as command centers, data centers, operational facilities, and energy-resilient installations.

Our primary areas of focus are: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, and Classified.

The Opportunity

The Electrical Project Engineer is a fully competent professional engineer who functions as a technical specialist or project level contributor on Mission Critical projects. With minimal supervision, this professional may apply sound engineering judgment, independently execute most technical tasks, and support the delivery of medium complexity Federal and Mission Critical electrical systems while continuing to deepen subject matter expertise.

The ideal candidate will be located or willing to relocate to one of the following: Kansas City (Overland Park, KS); D.C. (Arlington, VA); Denver (CO); Atlanta (GA); or Dallas (TX).

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Execution

• Independently perform electrical engineering assignments of medium to high complexity, applying advanced engineering principles and established Mission Critical design standards.
• Design and develop Mission Critical electrical systems, including:
  • Low and medium voltage power distribution
  • Standby power and generator systems
  • UPS systems, grounding, and lightning protection
  • Lighting systems
• Prepare and review engineering deliverables such as drawings, specifications, reports, calculations, and studies for single discipline or moderately complex projects.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, which may include:
  • Load flow and short circuit analysis
  • Generator sizing and reliability evaluations
  • Arc flash and protective device coordination (with oversight as required)
• Review work prepared by Associate Engineers and provide technical guidance to support their development.

Mission Critical & Federal Project Delivery

• Serve as a key electrical engineering contributor on Federal Mission Critical projects, supporting DoD clients such as USACE, NAVFAC, and AFCEC.
• Apply working knowledge of Federal design criteria, codes, and workflows, including DesignBidBuild and Construction Phase Services projects.
• Support resolution of RFIs, submittals, and field issues, coordinating with construction teams and other disciplines.
• Assist project leadership with technical scope definition, execution planning, and schedule coordination for electrical work.
• Independently apply and ensure compliance with the Black & Veatch Quality Program for assigned work.
• Manage assigned electrical engineering scope to meet budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Identify and help resolve technical issues within the electrical discipline, escalating complex risks as appropriate.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to Associate Engineers and interns.
• Share knowledge related to Mission Critical systems, Federal standards, and lessons learned.
• Participate in Mission Critical solution discipline initiatives, including training, standards development, and teambuilding activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) / Engineering-in-Training Certification.
• U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) License, or actively in progress of licensure.
• Demonstrated experience with mission critical facilities, power reliability, or Federal/DoD infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Specifications development
  • Review and resolution of RFIs and submittals
  • Grounding and lightning protection systems
• Experience with engineering tools such as:
  • Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam
  • Electrical analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM)
• Exposure to Mission Critical differentiators such as microgrids, controls, communications, or secure facilities.

Professional & Technical Competencies

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Sound engineering judgment and problem solving ability.
• Effective collaborator in multidisciplinary, Federal project environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
• This position supports Black & Veatch project work with the U.S. Federal Government. As a result, U.S. citizenship is a requirement.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Professional office environment with potential for limited site visits to Federal and mission critical facilities.

Salary Plan

Job Grade

016

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In accordance with local law, the following Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $109,460.00 - $219,360.00