Senior Electrical Engineer: Power Systems & Infrastructure Impact

Schneider Electric; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design electrical solutions for critical infrastructure projects, guiding technical strategy and working on power systems that make an impact worldwide.

You will design electrical systems for public sector clients, conduct field investigations, and prepare plans and reports for construction, while leading or supporting construction administration and maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Four-year accredited engineering degree.
• Successful completion of the FE exam.
• 5–10 years relevant work experience.
• Advanced understanding of electrical building systems including power generation and distribution, lighting, fire alarm, lightning protection and low-voltage systems.
• Experience in developing conceptual, pricing, and construction documents for building electrical systems.
• Intermediate ability in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience applying NFPA 70, the National Electric Code, in electrical design.
• Familiarity with International Building Code codes relevant to electrical systems, and IES standards and guidelines.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills including listening and soliciting input.
• Organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple demands and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for public sector clients from conceptual to construction level.
• Conduct field investigations of existing buildings to evaluate feasibility of requests and identify improvements.
• Prepare electrical systems plans and specifications for construction.
• Prepare technical audit reports of existing electrical infrastructure.
• Assist or lead construction administration for projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans to ensure scope, schedule, and budget align with team expectations.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and support sales presentations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Personal productivity

Design optimization

Problem solving

Technical documentation

Power systems design

Requirements analysis

Education

Four-year accredited engineering degree

FE exam

Professional Engineer License

NCEES record

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design electrical solutions for critical infrastructure projects, guiding technical strategy and working on power systems that make an impact worldwide.

You will design electrical systems for public sector clients, conduct field investigations, and prepare plans and reports for construction, while leading or supporting construction administration and maintaining strong client relationships.