Mission Critical Electrical Engineer - Mid-Level
At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team and help design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Mission Critical Professional Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team responsible for the design and analysis of high-reliability electrical systems supporting mission critical environments and data centers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering with a focus on power distribution, redundancy, system resilience, and energy efficiency in mission critical applications. This is an onsite position in our Fairfax, VA office.
Responsibilities
- Lead small to medium electrical design projects and direct junior-level engineers.
- Excel at collaboration with clients, the design team, and contractors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- 11-15 years of relevant progressive experience, including experience in a Lead Engineer role on mission critical and/or data center projects.
- Design experience with the following:
- One-line diagrams and specifications for mission critical electrical components, including UPS systems, generators, medium voltage switchgear, and static transfer switches.
- SCADA systems and automated operations for critical equipment.
- Various electrical design topologies; for example, Tier III, Tier IV, N+1, and 2N.
- Compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA, Uptime Institute, ANSI/TIA-942).
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent reputation as an engineering professional.
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, government TS/SCI clearance.
Preferred Skills
- Proficiency in ETAP or SKM.
- Experience with Revit in the design of complex power systems in raised floor environments.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule options.
- Competitive salary.
- Leave accrual and paid holidays.
- Healthcare benefits.
- Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life insurance, short and long term disability insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Parental and maternity leave benefits.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000.00 - $215,000.00. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.