Resident Engineer, Electrical

Ramboll Group A/S; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO and competitive base salary

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Ramboll is seeking an Electrical Resident Engineer to oversee municipal water construction projects from start to finish. You will apply standard engineering procedures, review submittals, and guide construction personnel to meet contract requirements in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform engineering calculations, assist in change management, and support commissioning activities for electrical systems, with travel to sites as needed. Ramboll supports development and a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related disciplines.
• 4+ years of qualifying engineering experience in engineering/design field.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; build and maintain collaborative relationships with all stakeholders (client, contractor, and design disciplines).
• General understanding of electrical regulations, standards, and codes.
• Valid driver’s license and availability for up to 100% travel (mostly day trips to sites).

Responsibilities

• Utilizing knowledge acquired through engineering or construction management degree to analyze the engineering concepts of a project.
• Overseeing construction personnel to ensure procedures, methods and materials follow those specified in the contract documents.
• Reviewing design criteria, specifications, drawings, submittals, RFI responses, change management, and other pertinent documentation.
• Assisting in coordination and constructability review of design phase submittals.
• Performing engineering calculations throughout the duration of the project to determine pump performance, concrete mechanics, pipeline hydraulics, and electrical adequacy.
• Assisting Design Engineer in developing conceptual change management modifications and scope.
• Preparing cash flow calculations from a critical path schedule and schedule of values for the project owner to budget total project cost.
• Observing and monitoring contractor progress and scheduled completion through daily reporting and digital photo documentation.
• Reviewing contractor payment request estimates for accuracy.
• Assisting in commissioning activities for equipment and electrical systems. Overseeing site specific commissioning plans and developing/maintaining logs and checklists.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Problem-solving

Communication

Regulations & codes

Electrical systems knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Associate’s degree or technical certification in electrical or related field

Job description

Are you a skilled electrical engineer ready to take on the challenge of overseeing construction projects from start to finish? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where problem-solving and decision-making are key to project success? Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your expertise in construction management and engineering?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Water US Construction Management Division as our new Electrical Resident Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Job Description

As our new Electrical Resident Engineer, you will engage in various levels of complexity construction-related projects which will require the application of standard construction techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related construction/engineering tasks. You must be capable of collaborating and making evaluations and interpretations, exercising independent judgment selecting and applying standard engineering/construction techniques, procedures, and criteria to make design adaptations and modifications.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Utilizing knowledge acquired through engineering or construction management degree to analyze the engineering concepts of a project. Ensuring that the technical components meet the engineering requirements of the contract documents.
• Overseeing construction personnel to ensure construction procedures, methods and materials follow those specified in the contract documents. Directing Construction Superintendents, Project Managers, Foreman, etc. to comply with contract documents and report non-conformances throughout the duration of a project.
• Reviewing design criteria, specifications, drawings, submittals, RFI responses, change management, and other pertinent documentation. Assisting in coordination and constructability review of design phase submittals.
• Performing engineering calculations throughout the duration of the project to determine such requirements as pump performance, concrete mechanics, pipeline hydraulics, and electrical adequacy.
• Assisting Design Engineer in developing conceptual change management modifications and scope.
• Preparing cash flow calculations from a critical path schedule and schedule of values for the project owner to budget total project cost. Observing and monitoring contractor progress and scheduled completion through daily reporting and digital photo documentation. Reviewing contractor payment request estimates for accuracy.
• Assisting in commissioning activities for equipment and electrical systems. Overseeing site specific commissioning plans and developing/maintaining logs and checklists. Witnessing and documenting performance and startup testing.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BEng/BSc) or related disciplines OR Associate’s degree or technical school certification in electrical or other relevant technical curriculum and 4+ years of qualifying engineering experience working in the engineering/design field.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; build and maintain collaborative relationships with all stakeholders (client, contractor, and design disciplines)
• General understanding of electrical regulations, standards, and codes.
• General understanding of electrical systems including generators, power supply/distribution, UPS, MCC, VFD, OIT/HMI, SCADA, PLC, RTU, DCS, LPS, SPD, grounding, instrumentation, communications, and security.
• Valid driver’s license and availability for up to 100% travel (mostly day trips to sites).

Your new team

You will join Ramboll’s Water U.S. Construction Management Division to support delivery of municipal water construction projects. The division consists of administration staff, inspectors, resident engineers, and construction management professionals who collaborate to deliver high-quality construction services based out three main regions – Mid-Atlantic, Northeast and New York City. This position will support work in the Mid-Atlantic region, however there may be occasional opportunities offered to work on projects in other regions. The Water U.S. Construction Management Division is seeking various career development levels of an Electrical Resident Engineer and placement will be based on experience and qualifications. Entry level to Senior level candidates are encouraged to apply.

What we can offer you

• Commitment and investment in your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles who you can depend on
• A culture that welcomes the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• Excellent health and retirement benefits
• Generous PTO and competitive base salary
• Rewards & Recognition Program to recognize exemplary achievements
• Long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Why Join Ramboll?

As a leader in sustainable and high-performance infrastructure, Ramboll offers Senior Electrical Construction Managers the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced data center projects in the world. You’ll join a collaborative team committed to excellence, innovation, and safety—empowering you to drive impactful results in the digital infrastructure space

Salary Transparency

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $72,000 - $126,000 annually and does not include bonuses, overtime or other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

Travel Expense Reimbursement Policy

Our travel expense reimbursement policy covers ordinary, reasonable, and necessary out-of-town expenses, including lodging, meals, and transportation costs. Business mileage, in a personal vehicle that exceeds the regular commuting mileage, is reimbursed in accordance with the current IRS standard mileage rate.

Safety

Safety is embedded within Ramboll’s culture. A dedicated team of health and safety specialists deliver formal training and consultation, operates a structured work observation and incident reporting program, and ensures access to required personal protective equipment (hard hats, safety vests, safety glasses, earplugs, etc.). Eligible employees are entitled to an annual $300 allowance toward approved safety footwear.

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.