Junior Electrical Engineer Contingency Hire

Chinook Systems; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

About Chinook

Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber‐attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated candidates the opportunity to join a fast‐growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.

Position Overview

The Electrical Engineer serves as an engineering consultant and technical expert on mission-critical infrastructure, systems, and equipment. They apply professional knowledge of scientific and engineering concepts, principles, phenomena, and relationships to: assess specific requirements, delineate appropriately engineered designs, and develop preliminary and final design plans, engineering specifications, cost estimates, and procurement packages in support of the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, and mission-critical systems and equipment. They specify functional requirements, design and test components, analyze designs, and integrate components. They evaluate overall design effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety. They design, analyze, configure, test, and troubleshoot systems, as well as providing project engineering/program management support, development and evaluation support, and/or engineering/life cycle support of a complex nature in a narrow area of specification. Conduct surveys and investigations at project sites to secure necessary data prior to initiating design work.

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 0 - 2 years of experience.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Proficiency in business tools (i.e., database applications, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, CAD, BIM, Energy Management, and Modeling)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Expert in MS Office and graphics/publishing software
• Exhibit creativity, motivation, persistence, and versatility
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional standards