Electrical Engineer (HYBRID - Arlington, VA)

Chinook Systems

$120K — $170K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited institution
  • 10+ years of progressive engineering experience
  • 10+ years of reviewing design and construction documentation for electrical systems
  • 10+ years of experience with NFPA 70 and National Electric Code
  • 5+ years of experience with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)
  • Must hold a Professional Engineer (PE) License or be an ICC Certified Electrical Plans Examiner
  • Detailed knowledge of federal codes, construction practices, and safety standards

Responsibilities

  • Perform code enforcement design and construction reviews for electrical compliance
  • Conduct surveys, design reviews, inspections, and code-required testing
  • Carry out inspections to ensure compliance with designs and applicable codes
  • Evaluate equipment and technology for electrical systems
  • Review equipment submittals, test reports, and manuals for compliance
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on electrical design and operation
  • Prepare reports on code activities and maintain records of violations

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with flexibility of remote work and client site visits
  • Potential for 10% travel for project inspections and evaluations
  • Opportunity to work on government construction projects
  • Involvement in mission-critical facilities and systems
  • Exposure to diverse electrical engineering challenges and technologies
Full Job Description
The Work:

As an Electrical Engineer on our government-focused team, you will be primarily focused on performing code enforcement reviews and inspections. You will be adept at interpreting and enforcing applicable construction codes, standards, and regulations for government construction projects. If you have a strong background in Electrical engineering, with a particular focus on power generators, uninterruptible power supplies, life safety/emergency/mission critical power distribution, electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, and other electrical equipment and system, we want to hear from you.

In this role you will work a Hybrid schedule, expected in our Arlington, VA office at times, working from home as well as going out to client sites. There is a potential for 10% or less travel.

Citizenship/Clearance Requirements:
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform code enforcement design and construction reviews to evaluate whether the construction documents have met the requirements of the Electrical applicable codes and standards for the evaluated projects.
  • Conduct surveys of existing areas and facilities, conduct design reviews, conduct code compliance inspections, witness code required testing, assist in code development and implementation, and execute small systems designs.
  • Carry out electrical code compliance inspections of all projects for which a permit has been issued to ensure conformance with the approved design and the applicable codes and standards.
  • Evaluate equipment and controls technology selections and strategies.
  • Assess and provide comments on equipment submittals, test reports, and manuals.
  • Inspect and evaluate electrical designs and installations to ensure they meet the necessary codes and standards.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on all aspects of electrical design, construction, and operation for power generators and related infrastructure.
  • Provide quality assurance through audits and inspections to ensure compliance with client criteria, codes, standards, and policies and procedures.
  • Interpret, explain, and enforce provisions of the construction codes, standards, and regulations to clients, contractors, architects, and engineers.
  • Prepare reports on code enforcement activities, ensuring transparency and accountability. Maintain accurate records of code violations and actions taken.
  • Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient project execution.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree from an ABET-accredited college or university in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • Requires at least 10 years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience.
  • Must have at least 10 years of experience conducting reviews of design and construction documentation for electrical systems.
  • Requires at least 10 years of experience with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, National Electric Code.
  • Must have at least 5 years of experience with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).
  • Must have a Professional Engineer (PE) License or be an ICC Certified Electrical Plans Examiner.
  • Requires detailed knowledge of federal building codes, construction practices, and safety standards.
  • Must be proficient in the use of technology, including construction project management software and mobile devices.
  • Must possess an in-depth knowledge of federal building codes / standards / guidelines, construction practices, and safety standards (e.g., ANSI, ICC, IEEE, NEMA, NESC, NFPA/NEC, UFC / UFGS, UL).
  • Must have a record of accomplishment of client satisfaction in mission-critical facilities and a passion for analyzing, troubleshooting, optimizing, and upgrading integrated systems in aging facilities and campus environments.
  • Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Project, PowerPoint).
  • A valid driver's license and ability to travel to various construction sites is required.

Physical Considerations:
  • Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust generating environments.
  • Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems.
  • Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.

Annual Salary, Dependent Upon Qualifications and Experience: $120,000 - $170,000.

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