Olsson
Federal Engineering & Design
ElectricalEngineer-Federal
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“Electrical Engineer-Federal at Olsson. Skills: electrical engineering, design, documentation, federal projects, power distribution, lighting, grounding, building systems, code compliance, federal standards. Performs electrical engineering duties related to the evaluation, design, and documentation of electrical systems for small to large-scale federal projects, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and related building systems.. Applies standard electrical engineering techniques, me”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver reliable, code-compliant, and constructible solutions; support project scope, schedule, and budget; delivering projects that serve national interests and improve the built environment; improve the world around us
Industry & Context.
Solid problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills; Diagnoses and assists in resolving technical design issues
Travel and participation in project charrettes, design reviews, and value engineering conferences., May travel to project sites and work in varying terrain and weather conditions during different stages of construction.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
licensed Electrical Engineer, Professional Engineer (PE) license
Nice to Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, federal standards, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to research and apply requirements as needed, Advanced mathematical and analytical abilities related to electrical engineering design, Working knowledge of applicable design tools and technologies, such as AutoCAD and Revit
What You'll Do.
Performs electrical engineering duties related to the evaluation
and documentation of electrical systems for small to large-scale federal projects
including power distribution
and related building systems.
Applies standard electrical engineering techniques
and procedures to develop constructible
code-compliant designs while evaluating and proposing minor adaptations to meet project-specific needs.
Prepares electrical calculations
and cost estimates in accordance with applicable codes
and agency requirements.
Assists with preparation and coordination of project documents and maintains awareness of project scope
Coordinates electrical design elements with other engineering disciplines and internal project teams to support integrated project outcomes.
Communicates project development and progress with project managers and may participate in coordination efforts with federal clients
Performs process design calculations
analyzes engineering data
and supports feasibility evaluations for proposed electrical systems.
and updates project information and documentation within Olsson’s project management systems in accordance with the firm’s Quality Management Program.
Diagnoses and assists in resolving technical design issues and supports quality assurance and quality control processes throughout project execution.
May provide technical guidance and oversight to less experienced engineers or technical staff as assigned.
Travel and participation in project charrettes
and value engineering conferences.
May travel to project sites and work in varying terrain and weather conditions during different stages of construction.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, code-compliant, and constructible solutions; Coordinates electrical design elements with other engineering disciplines and internal project teams to support integrated project outcomes.; Communicates project development and progress with project managers and may participate in coordination efforts with federal clients, contractors, and consultants.; Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
Communication Scope
verbal and written communication skills; Communicates project development and progress with project managers
Process & Methodology
maintains awareness of project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables, project management systems
Full Job Description
Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description Olsson is seeking a licensed Electrical Engineer to join our Federal Engineering & Design Team. This role independently performs standard electrical engineering techniques and procedures while applying professional judgment to adapt and modify designs as needed. The Engineer receives direction on assignment objectives and complex features and is responsible for executing work using established plans, standards, and federal requirements. This position contributes to the development of purposeful, high-quality electrical designs that support federal clients, including military, government, and mission-critical facilities. The Engineer collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, code-compliant, and constructible solutions while supporting project scope, schedule, and budget. As part of Olsson’s Federal Engineering & Design Team, this role plays an important part in delivering projects that serve national interests and improve the built environment. Responsibilities: Performs electrical engineering duties related to the evaluation, design, and documentation of electrical systems for small to large-scale federal projects, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and related building systems. Applies standard electrical engineering techniques, methods, and procedures to develop constructible, code-compliant designs while e
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