Associate Electrical Engineer

JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced Associate Electrical Engineer for our offices based in Washington, DC. As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical knowledge of building services systems across a portfolio of ground-breaking projects in the US and globally. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential to life at Buro Happold and in turn, we can offer you unrivalled career, project, and development opportunities. Qualifications: Must have: 8+ years’ experience of electrical engineering design in the building services and construction industry Experience working on projects in the following sectors : Higher Education, Museums, Commercial, Transportation Hubs and/or Stadiums Relevant bachelor or master’s degree Experience using Revit Familiarity using computational analysis tools such as electrical fault analysis and lighting design software Excellent technical knowledge of electrical systems; ability to investigate, identify and provide solutions to technical problems Excellent client-facing and communication skills (verbal and written), with experience presenting (you will often be required to present solutions directly to 'c-suite' level stakeholders) Experience in the preparation of technical reports for delivery direct to a client audience Ability to problem solve and propose multiple solutions to Clients and objectively summarize the benefits and shortfalls of each Nice to have: Professional Engineer (P.E.) desirable LEED AP accredited. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in documentation Strong ethical and professional conduct. What can you expect to do? Work closely with clients, architects and other Buro Happold Engineers and/or design team members as part of a dedicated and skilled team Produce coordinated detailed design drawings, electronic models, specifications, written reports, site observation reports, schedules etc. on a variety of projects within the electrical discipline, as well as the coordination with utility companies and obtaining the necessary electrical permit approvals from Plan Check Organize technical and financial proposals for new work Manage workload of Project Discipline Engineers and Technicians (including verification of quality). Take responsibility for concept and preliminary engineering solutions for detail design Prepare Technical Specifications Monitor financial performance of jobs Keep senior staff informed of important and relevant service/design decisions and the objectives of the client are achieved Mentor junior Electrical Engineers Continually ensure practices, policies, strategy and services represent the client’s best interests and that Buro Happold policy is in keeping with current legislation and the relevant building codes for the relevant state etc Plan, organize and manage personal workload in order to meet deadlines in line with client commitments Proactively raise concerns regarding workload and ability to meet deadlines Maintain an overview of the project team’s workload and commitments in order to successfully meet deadlines and balance resource utilization Actively contribute towards delivering profitable projects in the context of project finances Monitor financial performance of jobs, with the setting up and managing of job/project administrative systems, including planning and monitoring job resourcing/expenditure (adjusting these as necessary). What will make you successful? 8+ years’ experience of electrical engineering design in the building services and construction industry Professional Engineer (P.E.) desirable LEED AP accredited. Experience working on projects in the following sectors : Higher Education, Museums, Commercial, Transportation Hubs and/or Stadiums Relevant bachelor or master’s degree Experience using Revit Familiarity using computational analysis tools such as electrical fault analysis and lighting design software FTC Firm’s Core Values Stay Passionate – Our passion for our work shines through our stakeholder relationships Earn Trust – We are committed to building trust with all stakeholders as the key component to any growing relationship. Keep It Simple – We strive to simplify our processes so we can get to what matters. Center Fairness – Everyone should benefit from the staffing and recruitment process Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Revit: 1 year (Required) Electrical engineering: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Washington, DC (Required) Ability to Relocate: Washington, DC: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person