Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer - Baltimore/Fairfax

LVI Associates; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer in Fairfax, VA to oversee complex electrical system designs for data centers and mission-critical environments. This role offers the chance to lead projects, mentor younger engineers, and develop energy-efficient infrastructure, requiring a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and a PE license in Virginia.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule options

Healthcare and insurance options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and leave accrual

Parental and maternity leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 16+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering.
• Proven ability to mentor and train junior engineers.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large-scale electrical design projects.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineering staff.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia

Tools

ETAP

Revit

Job description

Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer - Baltimore/Fairfax

Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer - Baltimore/Fairfax

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr

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Principal MS Consultant | Head of MEP Recruitment in the DC, Maryland, Virginia market

Job Title: Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer
Location: Fairfax, VA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time
Clearance Required: U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance

About the Role

Job Title: Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer
Location: Fairfax, VA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time
Clearance Required: U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance

About the Role

My client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer to lead the design and analysis of high-reliability electrical systems supporting mission critical environments and data centers. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the development of resilient, energy-efficient infrastructure. This is an onsite position based in Fairfax, VA.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large-scale electrical design projects
• Supervise and mentor junior engineering staff
• Collaborate with clients, design teams, and contractors
• Develop one-line diagrams and specifications for mission critical systems including UPS, generators, switchgear, and STS
• Design SCADA systems and automated operations for critical infrastructure
• Apply various electrical design topologies (Tier III, Tier IV, N+1, 2N)
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, Uptime Institute, ANSI/TIA-942, and other relevant standards
• Assist in developing fee proposals and managing project budgets
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia
• 16+ years of progressive experience, including leadership on mission critical/data center projects
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proven ability to mentor and train junior engineers
• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in ETAP or SKM
• Experience using Revit for complex power system design in raised floor environments
  
  

Benefits

My client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays and leave accrual
• Healthcare and insurance options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental and maternity leave
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Additional Information

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas.
  
  

Why Join My Client?

• Over 100 Years of Excellence: With a legacy dating back to 1915, my client is a nationally recognized leader in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction management services.
• Award-Winning Culture: Recently named a Top Workplace in both Baltimore and Richmond for 2024 and 2025.
• Industry Recognition: Ranked among the Top 25 Design Firms in the ENR East Region and consistently featured in BD+C's Giants 400 Report.
• Mission-Driven Projects: Known for delivering innovative, sustainable infrastructure that improves quality of life-from advanced wastewater treatment plants to secure Department of Defense facilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Engineering, and Project Management

• Industries

  Professional Services

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