Senior Electrical Engineer at AKP Alexandria, VA

Senior Electrical Engineer

Location:

Alexandria, VA.

Employment Type:

40 FT Hours. Compensation Type:
Salary. Registration(s):
Professional Engineer.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering (BSCE).

The Alexandria, VA office has a Senior Electrical Engineer opportunity. The role includes management of an Electrical team consisting of senior, mid-level, and entry-level team members. The successful candidate will also be responsible for working with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. Included within the standard responsibilities are the completion of designs, analyses, planning and facilities assessments.

The successful candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in the field of Electrical engineering related to building electrical systems and electrical infrastructure including low and medium-voltage systems. Candidate must be a licensed P.E., NCEES registered and able to obtain licenses in all 50 States upon request.

• Electrical team project assignments and staffing forecasts
• Develop training sessions targeted to the needs of the Electrical team
• Lead performance management evaluations and goal setting for each Electrical team member
• Design of site and facilities Electrical, interior/exterior lighting and telecommunications systems
• Design of low and medium-voltage Electrical systems
• Preparing design documents (e.g. plans and specifications) for Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents
• Providing construction phase project services
• Perform calculations to support design work (short circuit, voltage drop, building loads, etc.)
• Participate in Value Engineering exercises
• Assist in preparation of project proposals in response to solicitations
• Prepare technical reports
• Some travel will be involved
• Experience in managing or leading MEP-related projects.

• Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
• Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects
• Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients
• Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal.
• Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
• Understands and follows QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff
• Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.

• Sharing Information:
  Conveying up-to-date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking:
  Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
• Executes Strategy:
  Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.
• Fosters a Learning Culture:
  Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
• Identifies Talent:
  Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed PE, registration in Virginia preferred (other registrations attainable via NCEES)
• Minimum 10 years of related experience
• Extensive knowledge of National Electrical Code
• Knowledge and experience with USACE UFC criteria and UFGS specifications
• Healthcare,…