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Principal Electrical Engineer (Design & Construction)

Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission • Full-time • Laurel, MD, US • $100k - $200k / year • 6d ago

Position Summary Information

General SummaryThe Principal Electrical Engineer carries out major electrical engineering projects and programs using sound engineering practices. Designs a variety of large complex projects with a focus on electrical systems for water and wastewater projects.Essential FunctionsOversees and leads teams of professional engineers and other engineering and administrative personnel to conduct electrical engineering studies

Designs a variety of large complex projects with a focus on electrical systems for water and wastewater projects

Oversees and leads the preparation of contract documents for in-house designs; reviews consultants’ reports and designs; reviews contractors’ submittals

Plans, organizes and oversees a wide range of multi-disciplinary, multi-faceted engineering activities

Consults with various internal divisions and sections, manufacturers, suppliers, consultants and contractors

Troubleshoots electrical faults and prepares reports on electrical design, construction, maintenance and operation issues and problems

Oversees and leads the development and revision of design guidelines, equipment criteria, construction standards details and specifications dealing with electrical equipment and service

Participates in the formulation of long-range facility plans and system improvement projects

Leads and trains senior and junior-level electrical engineers

Prepares electrical cost estimates for in-house engineering projects

Participates in the general preparation of project budget estimates

Attends necessary meetings and hearings and follows through on recommendations

Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other FunctionsPerforms other related duties as assigned.Work Environment And Physical DemandsThe role is performed in the field and office environment.Required Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical engineering

Ability to plan and oversee the work of professional engineers and other engineering and administrative staff

Ability to apply electrical engineering knowledge to solve technical problems

Ability to prepare and effectively present highly technical and complex engineering reports and estimates both verbally and in writing

Ability to use sound professional engineering judgment
Minimum Education, Experience RequirementsBachelor’s degree
6+ years electrical engineering experience
2+ years electrical engineering design experience
1+ years experience in planning and directing electrical engineering projects
Additional RequirementsRegistration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

Preferences2+ years of electrical engineering experience with industrial type facilities, particularly water or wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Salary$118,178 - $201,222

Posting Detail Information

EEO StatementAN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAdditional InformationAll applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

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