Senior Electrical Engineer-Federal Engineering & Design Team
About the role
Job Description
Join Olsson’s Federal Engineering & Design Team as a Senior Electrical Engineer. At Olsson, you’ll play a key role in shaping projects that support military bases, VA campuses, and other vital government facilities. Join a high-performing, collaborative team dedicated to delivering innovative, engineering solutions that meet rigorous federal standards and exceed client expectations.
Acting as lead design engineer, you will spearhead some of the firm’s most demanding projects. You will be responsible for designing and coordinating electrical systems using Revit including the creation of Construction Documents and specifications. Responsibilities include coordinating with other disciplines, performing supporting calculations, meeting with clients to discuss conceptual and final designs, and travel to job sites for observation, coordination, and investigation. Our electrical design services can include power distribution, lighting, and electrical modeling.
This position may involve travel to job sites for observation and client meetings and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Olsson’s growing federal portfolio.
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you’ll take ownership of electrical systems and coordination across a range of federal projects. Your day-to-day will include:
- Design electrical systems for federal buildings, upgrade power distribution networks, and ensure compliance with safety codes and environmental regulations.
- Implement renewable energy initiatives while improving overall energy efficiency for federal facilities.
- Conduct site surveys and troubleshoot electrical installations to ensure reliability and performance.
- Prepare detailed design drawings, technical specifications, project status reports, manuals, and compliance documentation.
- Ensure all designs and installations align with the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, federal agency requirements, and environmental regulations.
- Plan and manage project budgets, schedules, and proposals while coordinating teams across federal agency projects.
- Mentor junior staff.
- Assist in the recruiting for the federal team.
- Represent Olsson in client meetings and site visits, providing expert guidance from concept through construction and ensuring client satisfaction.
Why join us
- Contribute to projects that serve national interests and make a difference in communities.
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote options.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including remote options, to support your work-life balance.
- Thrive in a supportive culture that values professional development and teamwork.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or equivalent.