Senior Electrical Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive rewards package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Reston, Virginia, responsible for supporting NS&E projects through technical oversight and administrative capabilities. The role involves communication of complex issues and ensuring compliance with design standards.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive relevant experience. Strong leadership and knowledge of electrical systems are essential.

Qualifications

• 10-13 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Registered Professional Engineer (Electrical Engineering) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of active projects.
• Review Electrical Discipline estimates and schedules.
• Support design and implementation of electrical work.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Microsoft Office

Leadership skills

NEC Code knowledge

Power systems load modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

CAD 2D

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineer, on functional staff, reports to the Electrical Chief Engineer and is responsible for technical related electrical activities in providing support to NS&E projects. This position is intended to bolster the technical and administrative capabilities of the staff organization in support of the increased project workload expected over the foreseeable future.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of various active projects, including conducting on-project technical reviews, off-project technical reviews, work process reviews and interface with project personnel, EGSs, and project management on a routine basis to ensure Electrical Discipline project execution is consistent with Bechtel work practices, procedures, and design guides


• Review Electrical Discipline estimates and schedules developed in Business Development or by Project, for both the job-hour and technical portions of the Electrical Discipline Scope


• Support the design, checking, and overseeing of the implementation of Electrical Discipline work, which will include calculations, one-line diagrams, specifications, and system descriptions


• Review and revise relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)


• Communicate complex technical issues and recommends solutions to the Electrical Chief Engineer and Manager of Engineering


• Interpret new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria, and performance data


• Provide input to and participate in special technical educational and training programs as directed

Education and Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.


• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Minimum Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer in USA (Electrical Engineering)


• Possess active security clearance or ability to obtain security clearance


• Experience with Microsoft Office programs and other common computer programs


• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)


• Proven leadership & personnel skills


• Ability to utilize engineering and office automation tools effectively


• Extensive knowledge & application of NEC Code and ANSI/IEEE Standard


• Knowledge of industry and regulatory guides, codes, and standards


• Broad knowledge of the application of electrical engineering design principle


• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, schematics, and layouts


• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, systems calculations, equipment sizing, and cable sizing


• Strong knowledge of power systems load modeling and analysis


• Extensive working knowledge with ETAP and other industry-wide electrical system design tools, such as CAD 2D, cable designing, and routing software


• Familiar with Bechtel standard programs


• Familiar with all Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs) and their application to projects


• Knowledge of Bechtel Corporate Guides and Standards, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience

Total Rewards / Benefits

Bechtel offers a comprehensive rewards package to support employees and their families. Details are provided through Bechtel Total Rewards.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may email their request to [e-mail]