Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or Exam Ready EIT considered
5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience
Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit BIM, and electrical analysis software
Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 101, and industry energy standards
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively.
Responsibilities
Prepare designs for electrical and lighting systems along with necessary documentation.
Guide teams in project planning and design document preparation.
Support various electrical engineering designs for construction and renovation.
Conduct design reviews ensuring quality control measures are followed.
Research and apply relevant codes and standards to project requirements.
Establish relationships with utility representatives, clients, and contractors.
Perform electrical system planning and load analysis.
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance through BCBS TX
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
8 paid holidays per year
Employee morale and team-building activities
Paid vacation and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Commuter benefits for work-related travel
Reimbursement for professional society fees and registrations
401(k) and employee stock ownership plans (ESOP) available.
Full Job Description
Electrical Engineer
Role Description: Huitt-Zollars has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Registered Professional Electrical Engineer with at least five years of experience and to join our team. This role works with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. The incumbent performs design of site and facilities electrical power, communications, and interior/exterior lighting systems. Candidates must pass HZ security clearance review (criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record check) and Federal Government base access requirements.
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Reports to: Vice President/Managing Principal
Employment Type: 40 FT Hours
Compensation Type: Salary
Registration(s): Professional Engineer
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
Duties:
Prepare design of electrical and interior/exterior lighting systems, design documents, plans and specifications.
Guide others in the preparation of programming documents, schematic design, and design development and construction documents.
Support multiple electrical engineering designs of new construction and renovation projects.
Prepare designs and handle design review and quality control.
Prepare electrical construction specifications, budgets, schedules and work plans for projects.
Research building codes and standards to determine essential design requirements of the projects.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other HZ staff, utility representatives, contractors, and consultants and clients.
Perform electrical system planning including electric distribution layouts, specifications of wiring systems, and analysis of loads.
Calculate lighting illumination levels and designs lighting layouts for both interior and exterior lighting projects.
Perform electrical studies including voltage drop/dip, short circuit and overcurrent coordination studies.
Prepare various technical reports for engineering studies.
Coordinate with other HZ disciplines, utility companies, consulting engineers, architects, and contractors to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in project design.
Update Project Managers on work progress and address potential project problems.
Attend meetings, conferences, trainings to stay current on trade principles, practices and new developments.
Review project construction submittals and shop drawings.
Visit construction sites, perform project construction observations and prepare punch lists (Some travel involved).
Key Responsibilities:
Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.
Productively collaborates with PMs and encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.
Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Assists PM on ensuring that quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the PM on assigned project tasks.
Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.
Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish tasks.
Assists PM as needed on work planning. Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Assists PM on ensuring proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
Assists PMs as needed on reviewing project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Assists PM in leading successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
Role Competencies:
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.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
Registered Professional Engineer.
NOTE: "Exam Ready EIT will be considered".
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit BIM.
Proficiency with Electrical analysis software such as SKM Powertools, Easypower (or eqiv)., and lighting analysis with AGi32 or equivalent.
Experience performing short circuit, voltage drop, protective device coordination.
Intermediate skills with spreadsheet software.
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 101.
Familiarity with industry energy standards (ASHRAE 90.1, IECC).
Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.
Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
Experience using the Unified Facilities Criteria and designing projects on federal installations preferred.
LEED AP, CEM credentials is a plus.
Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely.
Must pass HZ security clearance review and pass Federal Government base access requirements.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies.
Benefits & Perks:
Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
MDLive Telehealth
Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
8 Paid Holidays
Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
Term Life / AD&D insurance
Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, type/key-in data
Able to walk project site while wearing personal protective equipment
May lift and carry up to 25 pounds at times
The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
Employee may be asked to walk on uneven terrain
May work in extreme weather conditions
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.
About HuittZollars
Huitt-Zollars is an architecture and engineering firm that provides design and planning services for various types of projects, including transportation, healthcare, and commercial buildings. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Huitt-Zollars has offices in various locations across the United States, including California, Colorado, and New Mexico. The company has a team of over 1,000 professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality services to clients.
