Senior Electrical (MEP) Engineer - Arlington, VA

Bala consulting Engineers

$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years' experience in electrical design, focusing on power distribution, fire alarm systems, and lighting.
  • Strong knowledge of short circuit analysis and photometric calculations.
  • Preferred experience in commercial and healthcare facility projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is mandatory.
  • EIT certification required; PE preferred and LEED accreditation is a plus.
  • Experience with Revit for electrical design; minimum 1 year required.
  • General proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare calculations for electrical systems including feeders and transformers.
  • Design electrical distribution, fire alarm, and security systems for buildings.
  • Conduct on-site assessments of existing electrical installations.
  • Collaborate with project engineers to outline project schedules and requirements.
  • Attend job meetings to discuss project updates and coordination.
  • Facilitate communication among different engineering disciplines.
  • Assist in preparing technical reports and feasibility studies.
  • Support the development of electrical design standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Employer-paid life insurance coverage.
  • Generous PTO policy offering up to 5 weeks plus 8 holidays based on experience.
  • 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off for community engagement.
  • Tuition and professional licensure reimbursement programs.
  • Federal Student Loan Assistance with matching contributions up to $5,250 annually.
  • Section 529 College Savings Plan available for employees.
  • Employee Referral Program incentivizing team member recruitment.
  • Flexible work options for full-time onsite roles, allowing one remote day per week.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for our Arlington, VA office supporting the function enterprise-wide.

Primary responsibilities will include:

  • Prepare calculations for feeders, services, short circuit, transformer size.
  • Design building electrical distribution, fire alarm and security systems.
  • Perform on-site surveys of existing electrical equipment.
  • Determine schedules and details required for the project. Review with project engineer.
  • Attend job meetings as required.
  • Ensure flow of information between disciplines.
  • Assist in writing reports and feasibility studies.
  • Support developing electrical standards.
  • Prepare cost estimates and specifications.


The requirements for this position include:

  • 10+ years of experience in designing electrical power distribution infrastructure, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, both interior and exterior, and lighting controls.
  • Knowledge should include familiarity with short circuit, arc flash coordination, design of interior and exterior lighting, and photometric calculations.
  • Background in commercial and healthcare facilities strongly preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Knowledge of applicable codes including energy conservation.
  • PE Preferred. EIT certification required.
  • LEED accreditation preferred.
  • Proficiency with Revit design software with at least 1 year experience of formal design use.
  • General understanding of Microsoft Office.


Bala offers comprehensive benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
  • 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
  • Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
  • Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
  • Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day remote work


As a multi-disciplined engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.

Bala's compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with competitive market salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish.



Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Bala Consulting Engineer's HR/Recruiting Department to submit resumes. This approval must be in the form of a valid fully executed contract for service as well as a request to submit candidates to a specific job opening. Bala Consulting Engineers will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place, or for positions for which candidates have not been specifically requested.

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