Senior Electrical Engineer

Washington DC
September 12, 2024
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Job Description

Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Washington DC team.

Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely at home and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.

Job Responsibilities

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for representing the Firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members. You will be responsible for providing trade specific system design: layout (utilizing CAD/BIM); calculations (utilizing appropriate software); and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades (architectural and engineering / internal and external) in collaboration with more senior technical staff.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Represents Syska Hennessy Group and works in close contact with and effectively interact with the internal design team as well as external clients and consultants (including owners, builders, developers, program managers, architects, vendors, etc.)
  • As appropriate, manages CAD/BIM and other technical staff that is assigned for particular project or task as directed by the senior engineer and/or senior designer.
  • Estimates construction costs and to evaluate feasibility of construction using ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude)
  • Writes engineering proposals under the direction of a supervising engineer or supervising designer for projects. 
  • Assume responsible charge for the overall economic wellbeing of the assigned projects.
  • Conduct business development activities.
  • Conducts due diligence reports that comply with group and company standards and procedures. Establishes design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects.
  • Designs large projects, prepares reports and specifications, and provides a very high level of technical leadership.
  • Establishes project budgets and schedules.
  • Networks within Syska Hennessy Group and outside.
  • Participates in QA/QC process of completed work by staff.
  • Performs “Engineer of Record” duties for projects.
  • Performs calculations, equipment selection, equipment specification, system design, system layout, field investigation, and construction administration.
  • Performs staff resource management and review.
  • Produces drawings consistent with client requirements and standards.
  • Provides consulting engineering services including preparation of due diligence reports, gap analyses, and feasibility reports.
  • Represents Firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members.
  • Take responsible charge for the project for his/her discipline, addressing any Errors & Omissions issues.
  • Pursues continuing education.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in electrical discipline
  • Minimum of 8+ years experience working in a consulting firm
  • REVIT and the latest version of AutoCAD MEP experience
  • Exhibits a thorough understanding of applicable codes
  • Knowledge of SKM Software and ability to perform Short Circuit coordination and Arch Flash Studies, highly preferred
  • PE required.

Benefits

As an employee with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.

As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Individual and Dependent Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Health Wellness Programs, including flu shots and biometric screenings
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Training and professional development courses
  • Professional development incentive bonuses
  • Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks
  • A Generous Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
  • Transit/parking program
  • Monthly business phone stipend
  • Work from home Fridays

At Syska, we promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.

The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting.  Actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with candidate’s experience’s experience, skillets and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location.

Washington DC Pay range

$99,255 –  $140,882

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