Associate Electrical Engineer - Aviation

Buro Happold has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and experienced Associate Electrical Engineer to join our welcoming and diverse workplace culture in Washington, DC.

As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will apply your technical expertise in building services and electrical systems across a portfolio of complex, high-profile projects in the US and globally, with a particular focus on the aviation sector.

You will have the opportunity to serve as a key technical leader on medium to large aviation projects while collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, and multidisciplinary design teams.

Strong communication, technical leadership, and teamwork are essential to life at Buro Happold.

In return, we offer exceptional project exposure, professional development, and opportunities to grow your career.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional. From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

The Associate Electrical Engineer will lead the design and delivery of electrical systems across a range of projects, with an emphasis on medium to large aviation projects.

You will serve as a primary electrical discipline lead, manage project resources, and help ensure the delivery of coordinated, high-quality technical solutions.

Working closely with clients, architects, Buro Happold engineers, and other design team members, you will oversee the development of detailed design drawings, specifications, written reports, site observation reports, schedules, and other project deliverables.

• Serve as the primary electrical discipline lead on medium to large aviation projects.
• Lead the design and technical specification of electrical systems, ensuring high-quality and coordinated project delivery.
• Manage project resources, technical deliverables, and client relationships.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated design solutions.
• Guide graduates and junior engineers through their professional development.
• Communicate directly with clients and build strong, lasting client relationships.
• Ensure designs and services align with client objectives and comply with applicable legislation, standards, and building codes.
• Identify project challenges and develop thoughtful, practical solutions.

• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering design for buildings and infrastructure.
• 5+ years of experience working on airport/aviation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as the primary electrical discipline lead on medium to large aviation projects.
• Demonstrated experience in a senior-level MEP role within an architectural engineering or consulting environment.
• Relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure desirable.
• LEED AP accreditation preferred.
• Experience using Revit and relevant computational analysis tools.
• Excellent client-facing, communication, and team leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and present multiple solutions to clients.
• Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement.

• Generous benefits package
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous PTO of 4 weeks, in addition to 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Hybrid working and summer hours
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses, renewals, and exam fees
• Connection to a global network of experts at the forefront of industry initiatives
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