Project Manager - Electrical Engineering

RK&K; Virginia, Virginia Beach (MN, VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm that is at the forefront of electrical engineering project management. This exciting role involves leading projects in the water and wastewater sector, where you will design and implement innovative electrical and instrumentation control systems. You will collaborate with a talented team to deliver creative solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The company values professional growth and offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are a licensed engineer with a passion for making a positive impact in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Proficiency with SCADA systems and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead E/I&C projects and collaborate with engineering design professionals.
• Prepare and review technical documents and drawings.
• Support startup and commissioning of new facilities.

Skills

Electrical power systems design

Instrumentation and control systems

Lighting design

Technical writing

Microsoft Office Suite

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Electrical and mechanical building codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering (P.E.) License

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

RK&K has an exciting Electrical Engineering Project Management/Leadership opportunity for a licensed professional engineer with extensive experience in the study, evaluation, design, construction management, commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation and control systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations.

This position will preferably be assigned to one of our Southeastern Virginia offices (Newport News, Virginia Beach, or Richmond) to help implement cutting-edge technology advancements in municipal and commercial utility systems for clients in Southeastern and Central Virginia, Eastern North Carolina, and beyond. The successful candidate will coordinate and collaborate with electrical engineering personnel throughout the firm, ensuring responsive delivery and creative solutions.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

Essential Functions

1. Lead E/I&C projects, including collaboration with process disciplinary engineering design professionals in developing functional requirements and teams.
2. Design, size, select, and specify electrical and instrumentation and control equipment for water and wastewater projects.
3. Conduct technical evaluations to support planning and design related to electrical systems and instrumentation and control systems.
4. Prepare and review technical memoranda, proposals, reports, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents.
5. Direct and assist with the development of project staff and subconsultants.
6. Facilitate internal and client meetings, presentations, and approval of plans.
7. Support field services and investigations when required.
8. Facilitate construction administration and engineering services (submittal review, contract document interpretation, RFI responses, correspondence, change requests, and change orders) when required.
9. Prepare documentation and support startup and commissioning of new facilities.
10. Communicate effectively and coordinate with clients, utility owners, project teams, including other disciplines such as architects, process mechanical, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical designers, cost estimators, GIS technicians, and other utility design professionals.
11. Prepare detailed engineering cost estimates.
12. Availability for limited short-duration travel.

Required Skills and Experience

1. Experience with the design, construction, and start-up of electrical power systems and instrumentation and control (I&C) systems, including low and medium voltage power distribution, standby emergency generators, motor control centers, VFDs, control panels, instrumentation, PLC systems, and SCADA systems.
2. Experience with lighting design.
3. Experience preparing electrical and I&C drawings and specifications.
4. Experience preparing P&IDs.
5. Proficiency with SCADA systems, including PLCs, HMI software, servers, and workstations.
6. Ability to program PLCs such as Allen-Bradley and Modicon.
7. Ability to program HMI software and integrate with PLC systems.
8. Familiarity with electrical and mechanical building codes.
9. Strong technical writing and communication skills.
10. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
11. Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
12. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
13. Professional Engineering (P.E.) License.
14. Ten or more years of relevant experience in electrical systems and I&C for water and wastewater facilities.
15. Self-starter, versatile, interested in various projects supporting our Water and Wastewater Group.
16. Ability to collaboratively solve complex electrical and control system challenges.

Other Duties

This job description outlines the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not exhaustive of all activities and duties; other duties may be assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent career advancement and professional growth opportunities, attractive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work environment (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• And much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K provides opportunities to impact communities positively. Our award-winning culture fosters collaboration and trust. We deliver successful concepts, processes, and outcomes, earning a reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

Design your career at RK&K. Apply today!