Electrical Engineer-Federal Engineering & Design

Olsson is an engineering and design firm dedicated to improving the world through innovative solutions. They are seeking a licensed Electrical Engineer to join their Federal Engineering & Design Team, responsible for executing electrical engineering projects that meet federal standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities:

• Performs electrical engineering duties related to the evaluation, design, and documentation of electrical systems for small to large-scale federal projects, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and related building systems
• Applies standard electrical engineering techniques, methods, and procedures to develop constructible, code-compliant designs while evaluating and proposing minor adaptations to meet project-specific needs
• Prepares electrical calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates in accordance with applicable codes, federal standards, and agency requirements
• Assists with preparation and coordination of project documents and maintains awareness of project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Coordinates electrical design elements with other engineering disciplines and internal project teams to support integrated project outcomes
• Communicates project development and progress with project managers and may participate in coordination efforts with federal clients, contractors, and consultants
• Performs process design calculations, analyzes engineering data, and supports feasibility evaluations for proposed electrical systems
• Enters, maintains, and updates project information and documentation within Olsson’s project management systems in accordance with the firm’s Quality Management Program
• Diagnoses and assists in resolving technical design issues and supports quality assurance and quality control processes throughout project execution
• May provide technical guidance and oversight to less experienced engineers or technical staff as assigned
• Travel and participation in project charrettes, design reviews, and value engineering conferences
• May travel to project sites and work in varying terrain and weather conditions during different stages of construction

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders
• Solid problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, federal standards, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to research and apply requirements as needed
• Advanced mathematical and analytical abilities related to electrical engineering design
• Working knowledge of applicable design tools and technologies, such as AutoCAD and Revit