Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Power Systems & Leadership

Brown and Caldwell; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Brown and Caldwell in Virginia Beach is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design power distribution systems and related equipment for industrial projects with a focus on MV/LV distribution, motor control, and protective schemes. You will mentor junior staff, interact with clients, manage electrical projects, and contribute to new business development, with field and office collaboration as needed.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary coordination and hands-on design using 2D/3D methods

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years related work experience in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Professional license achieved or in progress.
• Typically certified in the SMS Framework, progressing through the SMS competencies.

Responsibilities

• Design low-voltage (up to 480V) and medium-voltage (up to 15kV) electrical power distribution systems.
• Oversee the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems.
• Coordinate the design of lighting systems.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines.
• Prepare construction specifications for electrical equipment and systems.
• Perform engineering services during construction including submittal review and RFIs.
• Carry out short circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Plan and track electrical scope, schedule, and budget at the project level.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Skills

Electrical power distribution design

Motor control systems design

Conduit, duct bank, cable tray design

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Brown and Caldwell in Virginia Beach is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design power distribution systems and related equipment for industrial projects with a focus on MV/LV distribution, motor control, and protective schemes. You will mentor junior staff, interact with clients, manage electrical projects, and contribute to new business development, with field and office collaboration as needed.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary coordination and hands-on design using 2D/3D methods