Sr. Electrical Project Engineer

KCI; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Electrical Project Engineer to join their MEP practice in Washington, DC. This role involves designing electrical systems for various projects, from upgrades to new constructions, ensuring energy efficiency and sustainability. The company values innovation and offers a collaborative environment where employee ownership fosters growth and development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical design, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking firm.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Family Friendly Benefits

Collaborative Working Environment

Training and Mentoring Resources

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in MEP Building Systems.
• PE License required for this position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design drawings for building systems independently.
• Communicate professionally with clients and provide design guidance.
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements.

Skills

Electrical Design

Load Analysis

Panel Schedules

Client Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Overview

KCI provides expertise in electrical system design for projects ranging from a modest system upgrade to a multi-million dollar new campus construction. Our engineers produce innovative designs that reflect concerns for energy conservation, maintenance efficiency, and environmental responsibility. With a dedicated staff of LEED-accredited and Energy Star-certified engineers, we also offer green building design and building commissioning to ensure the sustainability and performance of facility systems.

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

The Company

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 50 design firms in the nation.

Kci Benefits Information

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI Technologies is hiring a Sr. Electrical Project Engineer to join our MEP practice.

• Qualified candidates will have 6+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in MEP Building Systems profession
• Responsible for working independently to develop electrical design drawings for building systems. This will include creating a one-line diagram, creating load analysis, creating panel schedules, researching product data sheets for various pieces of equipment to find the electrical information. Selecting/ specifying electrical equipment like switchboards/ panels/ transformer/ Lighting Controls.
• This person will also be expected to answer questions about their design during the construction process to provide guidance and information to architects and contractors.
• This person will be expected to communicate professionally with clients, and other engineers.
• PE License is required
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Appropriate graduate level work. Master's degree preferred.
• 6 - 10 years of professional experience. PE Required.
• The target candidate will have experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring projects involving both overhead and underground engineering systems.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.
  
  

Performance Expectations

• Submit for approval and deliver timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Chart and provide task performance results
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required
• Provide technical project and staff oversight
• Serve as task manager on select projects
• Compare field data to base plan
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings
• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
  
  

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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