Job Description

Electrical Engineer
Location: Norfolk, VA

Overview:
Seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to provide design review, field evaluation, and quality assurance services in support of facility development projects. This role includes both new construction and renovation projects across a variety of facility types, supporting engineering and commissioning tasks within a high-demand infrastructure environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review and evaluate electrical design submittals for code compliance and technical accuracy; ensure that review comments are addressed and integrated into final designs.

• Conduct site assessments to define electrical system requirements prior to project design.

• Provide quality assurance support during construction, including code-mandated special inspections and field observations.

• Participate in equipment acceptance testing, offering troubleshooting support and technical recommendations during facility commissioning.

• Prepare written reports detailing findings, assessments, and recommendations; present technical studies and proposed designs orally when required.

• Utilize software tools including AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, and electrical analysis programs to support design and documentation tasks.

• Maintain compliance with all safety policies and proper use of personal protective equipment.

• Typical project types include administrative, industrial, research, recreational, medical, security, airfield, waterfront, and residential facilities.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in code-compliant electrical design for new and renovated facilities.

• Proficient in the application of electrical engineering codes and standards, including NFPA 70 (NEC), IEEE C2 (NESC), and the International Building Code.

• Familiarity with regulations at local, state, federal, and international levels as they apply to electrical engineering design.

• Experience in interior/exterior lighting, facility power distribution (including backup generation), telecommunications, CCTV and security systems, grounding and lightning protection, AV systems, medical systems, instrumentation and controls, and medium-voltage site distribution.

• Proficient with design software (AutoCAD and/or Revit), Microsoft Office tools, and other government-standard applications.

• Capable of coordinating multidisciplinary teams and supporting budgeting, planning, and project management efforts.

Work Conditions:

• On-site, standard 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday).

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods (60%+ of the time).

• Light lifting capability (under 10 lbs).

• Regular use of standard office equipment.