Senior Electrical Engineer

Role Description: Huitt-Zollars’ Alexandria office has a Senior Electrical Engineer opportunity. The role includes management of an Electrical team consisting of senior, mid-level, and entry-level team members. The successful candidate will also be responsible for working with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. Included within the standard responsibilities are the completion of designs, analyses, planning and facilities assessments. The successful candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in the field of Electrical engineering related to building electrical systems and electrical infrastructure including low and medium-voltage systems. Candidate must be a licensed P.E., NCEES registered and able to obtain licenses in all 50 States upon request.

Location: Alexandria, Virginia

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Professional Engineer

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Duties:

Electrical team project assignments and staffing forecasts
Develop training sessions targeted to the needs of the Electrical team
Lead performance management evaluations and goal setting for each Electrical team member
Design of site and facilities Electrical, interior/exterior lighting and telecommunications systems
Design of low and medium-voltage Electrical systems
Preparing design documents (e.g. plans and specifications) for Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents
Providing construction phase project services
Perform calculations to support design work (short circuit, voltage drop, building loads, etc.)
Participate in Value Engineering exercises
Assist in preparation of project proposals in response to solicitations
Prepare technical reports
Some travel will be involved
Experience in managing or leading MEP-related projects

Key Responsibilities:

Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
Successfully and consistently functions as Lead Principal-in-Charge for their designated Practice Area in geographic market.
Competent, knowledgeable, service leader in the market(s) they service.
Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). Verifies client satisfaction routinely and shares feedback with team.
Proactively works with PM to strategize resolving issues that impact project performance. Reviews progress with PM at least monthly (including & completes vs. % spent) and that PM is adhering to weekly rhythm.
Successfully contributes to the overall profitability and financial performance on projects.
Oversees staff deliverables and production assigned to their projects to ensure client, legal, and company requirements are met.

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
Licensed PE, registration in Virgina is preferred (other registrations attainable via NCEES)
Minimum 10 years of related experience
Extensive knowledge of National Electrical Code
Knowledge and experience with USACE UFC criteria and UFGS specifications
Healthcare, municipal, institutional, transportation and industrial facilities design experience
Experience with high-performance sustainable systems design
Solar/PV system design experience is a plus
Experience with central utility plants, emergency power systems
Broad knowledge of building and energy codes (IBC, IECC, IFGC, ASHRAE 90.1) and NFPA standards/codes
Experience in Design-Build project delivery
Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency with EasyPower, SKM or ETAP power systems analysis software

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value Competencies.

About Huitt-Zollars:

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.
Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

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
Must be able to lift 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

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.

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #IND

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