Sr. Electrical Engineer: FairFax, VA

We do not offer H-1B or other visa sponsorship for this position.

Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our MEP Engineering team. In this role, you will lead the design and coordination of complex electrical systems for a diverse portfolio of projects, including healthcare, laboratories, commercial, institutional, educational, and transportation facilities. The ideal candidate has a strong background in building systems design, is comfortable managing multiple projects, and can collaborate effectively with clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams. This is not a product design role.

What We Offer

• Flexible and competitive pay
• Multiple location options
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects
• Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
• Career growth and leadership opportunities

What I'm Looking For:

• Lead the design of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, emergency power, switchgear, fire alarm, and other low-voltage systems
• Develop engineering calculations, equipment selections, technical specifications, design reports, and construction documents
• Prepare and review AutoCAD and Revit drawings for accuracy and quality
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout all phases of design
• Conduct site investigations and evaluate existing electrical systems
• Provide construction administration support, including field observations, responding to RFIs, and reviewing submittals
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while providing technical guidance
• Participate in client meetings and help develop practical engineering solutions that meet project objectives
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule expectations

What's Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, institutional, or similar facilities
• Strong experience with power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and building electrical systems
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Experience with Revit preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project coordination skills
• Experience with LEED projects, Navisworks, or SKM software is a plus

Please note, this role may not encompass all of the points listed here. If you are not fully qualified for the role, I still encourage you to apply.