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Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer

fairfax, VA

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Senior Mission Critical Electrical Engineer

Full Time Fairfax, VA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3466

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are seeking a highly skilled Mission Critical Professional Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team responsible for the design and analysis of high-reliability electrical systems supporting mission critical environments and data centers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering with a focus on power distribution, redundancy, system resilience, and energy efficiency in mission critical applications. This is an onsite position in our Fairfax, VA office.

Responsibilities

The engineer shall be able to lead medium to large electrical design projects and direct junior-level engineers. The engineer must excel at collaboration with clients, the design team, and contractors. Other responsibilities may include developing fee proposals and managing project budgets.

Technical Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program is required

Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia required

16+ years of relevant progressive experience including experience in a Lead Engineer role on mission critical and/or data center projects

Design experience with the following:One-line diagrams and specifications for mission critical electrical components, including UPS systems, generators, medium voltage switchgear, and static transfer switches.

SCADA systems and automated operations for critical equipment

Various electrical design topologies; for example, Tier III, Tier IV, N+1, and 2N

Compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA, Uptime Institute, ANSI/TIA-942)

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent reputation as an engineering professional.

Exceptional organizational skills.

Ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff.

Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, government TS/SCI clearance

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are seeking a highly skilled Mission Critical Professional Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team responsible for the design and analysis of high-reliability electrical systems supporting mission critical environments and data centers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering with a focus on power distribution, redundancy, system resilience, and energy efficiency in mission critical applications. This is an onsite position in our Fairfax, VA office.

Responsibilities

The engineer shall be able to lead medium to large electrical design projects and direct junior-level engineers. The engineer must excel at collaboration with clients, the design team, and contractors. Other responsibilities may include developing fee proposals and managing project budgets.

Technical Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program is required

Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia required

16+ years of relevant progressive experience including experience in a Lead Engineer role on mission critical and/or data center projects

Design experience with the following:One-line diagrams and specifications for mission critical electrical components, including UPS systems, generators, medium voltage switchgear, and static transfer switches.

SCADA systems and automated operations for critical equipment

Various electrical design topologies; for example, Tier III, Tier IV, N+1, and 2N

Compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA, Uptime Institute, ANSI/TIA-942)

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent reputation as an engineering professional.

Exceptional organizational skills.

Ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff.

Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others

U.S. Citizenship required

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, government TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Skills:

Proficiency in ETAP or SKM

Experience with Revit in the design of complex power systems in raised floor environments

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

Flexible work schedule options

Competitive salary

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Healthcare benefits

Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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Worksite address

fairfax, VA, 22032, US

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