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Electrical Design EngineerERG · Indian Head

Electrical Design Engineer

Indian HeadOn-siteFull-time

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Supports electrical design projects for facility renovations, power distribution and upgrades at a federal site, preparing design packages, calculations and technical documentation to code. Coordinates with engineers and government stakeholders from concept through commissioning.

About this role

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support electrical design projects involving renovations, facility upgrades, and power distribution systems at a federal site. This position will focus on developing and reviewing electrical design packages, preparing technical documentation, and supporting projects that improve the safety, reliability, and functionality of existing facilities. The ideal candidate has a foundation in electrical engineering and building power systems and is interested in expanding their experience with complex government and industrial facilities.

This is a full-time, onsite position at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head in Indian Head, MD, approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.

Job Description:

  • Support the development of electrical engineering designs for facility renovations, infrastructure improvements, and system upgrades
  • Assist with preparing electrical design packages, including drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, and cost estimates
  • Support projects involving electrical power distribution, building electrical services, emergency generators, surge suppression, lightning protection, grounding and bonding, control systems, and telecommunications
  • Review electrical design packages, construction drawings, and specifications for technical accuracy, code compliance, and alignment with project requirements
  • Apply applicable electrical codes, regulations, and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) to support compliant and reliable designs
  • Prepare technical memoranda and reports documenting project requirements, design assumptions, and the basis of design
  • Assist with developing technical scopes, evaluating design alternatives, and providing engineering input for project proposals
  • Support electrical design projects from initial concepts through final design package delivery, construction, and commissioning
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers, other design professionals, manufacturing personnel, and government stakeholders to coordinate project requirements
  • Assist with project coordination, scheduling, and design management responsibilities as experience develops

    • Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience with electrical power systems for commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings
  • Familiarity with electrical design drawings, specifications, construction documents, and engineering calculations
  • Working knowledge of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), and applicable electrical codes and standards
  • Experience with AutoCAD; familiarity with SolidWorks is a plus
  • Understanding of building electrical distribution systems, grounding and bonding, emergency power systems, or related electrical infrastructure
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, meet project deadlines, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure is a plus
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

    • Skills

    AutoCADElectrical Power DistributionEmergency GeneratorsEngineering CalculationsGrounding And BondingLightning ProtectionNational Electrical CodeNFPA 70Professional Engineer LicenseSecret Security ClearanceSolidWorksSurge SuppressionTechnical WritingUnified Facilities Criteria

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