Senior Port Electrical Engineer, Transmission - Everett, WA

About the role

The Energy team at David Evans and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Port Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team. Based in the Puget Sound region, you will be responsible for leading projects that expand, modernize, improve efficiency, and decarbonize public and private cargo terminal projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and review of electrical designs, including plans, drawings, cost estimates, schedules, reports, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and efficient energy solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Develop and review electrical design drawings, technical memoranda, specifications, and design reports to support the successful execution of infrastructure projects.
• Support or lead proposal development by crafting technical approaches and defining the scope and level of effort for electrical engineering components.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design specific to ports and other marine facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Experience in applying relevant electrical codes and standards such as NEC, NFPA, NEMA, IEC, NAVFAC, and others commonly used in maritime facility design.
• Experience in designing electrical systems for corrosive marine environments, with a solid understanding of corrosion-related challenges and mitigation strategies.
• Knowledgeable in the design of grounding and lightning protection systems for industrial applications, including container terminals.
• Experienced in developing lighting systems for industrial environments such as ports and container handling facilities.
• Skilled in the design of both medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems and supporting infrastructure for container terminals, marine facilities, urban waterfronts, and transportation hubs.
• Familiar with industry-standard electrical design and analysis tools, including: SKM Power Tools for electrical system analysis, ETAP for power system modeling and simulations, AGi32 for lighting design and analysis, AutoCAD or MicroStation for drafting and design documentation, and Bluebeam or similar PDF tools for digital drawing review and markup.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical teams.
• Strong leadership, written and oral communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in facilities, buildings, aviation, transit, industrial, and/or marine project design (preferably with public agencies).
• Previous experience working for or with consulting engineering firms.
• Previous experience working with local public agencies such as the Port of Seattle, Port of Tacoma, City of Seattle, Sound Transit, etc.
• PMP, MBA, similar certification, or advanced degree.
• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Skills

• Proficient in applying relevant electrical codes and standards such as NEC, NFPA, NEMA, IEC, NAVFAC, and others commonly used in maritime facility design.
• Experience in designing electrical systems for corrosive marine environments, with a solid understanding of corrosion-related challenges and mitigation strategies.
• Knowledgeable in the design of grounding and lightning protection systems for industrial applications, including container terminals.
• Experienced in developing lighting systems for industrial environments such as ports and container handling facilities.
• Familiar with industry-standard electrical design and analysis tools, including: SKM Power Tools for electrical system analysis, ETAP for power system modeling and simulations, AGi32 for lighting design and analysis, AutoCAD or MicroStation for drafting and design documentation, and Bluebeam or similar PDF tools for digital drawing review and markup.
• Strong leadership, written and oral communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Retail: 401k plan.
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.