Key skills
Communication
About this role
Role Overview
- Design electrical systems for federal buildings, upgrade power distribution networks, and ensure compliance with safety codes and environmental regulations.
- Implement renewable energy initiatives while improving overall energy efficiency for federal facilities.
- Conduct site surveys and troubleshoot electrical installations to ensure reliability and performance.
- Prepare detailed design drawings, technical specifications, project status reports, manuals, and compliance documentation.
- Ensure all designs and installations align with the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, federal agency requirements, and environmental regulations.
- Plan and manage project budgets, schedules, and proposals while coordinating teams across federal agency projects.
- Mentor junior staff.
- Assist in the recruiting for the federal team.
- Represent Olsson in client meetings and site visits, providing expert guidance from concept through construction and ensuring client satisfaction.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical design, ideally with federal clients.
- Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD and other relevant design software.
- Deep understanding of DoD, VA, and federal design standards and processes.
- Exceptional communication skills and proven ability to coordinate complex projects.
Benefits
- Competitive 401(k) match
- Empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
- Traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
- Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance