Senior Electrical Engineer – Civil Works & PLCs (AutoCAD/Revit)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead design activities for Civil Works projects, including hydroelectric and fish facilities. The role requires independent planning, advanced CAD tools, and PLC programming expertise to support contract plans and field work.

Responsibilities include arc flash studies, shop drawing reviews, and preparing technical correspondence. Collaboration with design sections and contractors is essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional registration (EI/EIT) or PE licensure is acceptable.
• FE exam or other licensure/relevant credentials may qualify for professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout electrical equipment for Civil Works Projects.
• Independently design and program PLCs for industrial control systems.
• Use AutoCAD Electrical and Revit for contract plans and drawings.
• Perform arc flash studies with Etap, SKM or EasyPower.
• Review shop drawings for contract and design compliance.
• Prepare correspondence and reports related to project actions.

Skills

Independent work

Professional judgment

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

FE exam or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

AutoCAD Electrical

Etap

SKM

EasyPower

Job description

The US Army Corps of Engineers seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead design activities for Civil Works projects, including hydroelectric and fish facilities. The role requires independent planning, advanced CAD tools, and PLC programming expertise to support contract plans and field work.

Responsibilities include arc flash studies, shop drawing reviews, and preparing technical correspondence. Collaboration with design sections and contractors is essential for project success.