Electrical Engineer

AECOM Water is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Columbia, SC office. This role will lead and support design efforts for a variety of water infrastructure projects including treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance.

• Participates in development of technical proposals.

• Design low voltage and medium voltage electrical distribution systems for industrial water/wastewater applications, as well as, traditional building services.

• Perform design for lighting, fire alarm, telephone, security, and grounding systems.

• Prepare design drawings including single line diagrams, electrical plans, wiring schematics, schedules, etc.

• Prepare and develop engineering studies, reports, calculations, designs, specifications, and construction cost estimates in compliance with applicable code and standard requirements.

• Establish electrical equipment performance parameters based on project requirements and coordinate with equipment vendors to refine preliminary selections.

• Use computer software as a tool to solve engineering problems.

• Manage designs during construction including shop drawing review, information request response, and punch list generation.

• Provide quality assurance oversight and independent quality control reviews to support deliverables developed by others including calculations, plans, specifications, and engineering reports.

• Develop engineering fee estimates, assist with technical proposal preparation.

• Work within a project team environment, interfacing and coordinating with other disciplines and design team members.

• Collaborate with design professionals and project managers in other US offices.

• Occasional light local and national travel to project sites.

• Experienced with large, multidisciplinary projects in an engineering role.

• Perform electrical system designs including:

• Switchgears,

• Switchboards,

• Motor control centers,

• Variable frequency drives,

• Generators, transformers,

• Distribution panels, and

• Other electrical distribution systems components.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or related field + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina, or ability to become licensed within one year.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering + 6 years of Electrical design experience, preferably relating to water treatment facilities, pump stations, or water infrastructure.

• Proficient with electrical design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and SKM.

• Proven problem solver able to grasp complex concepts readily.

• Ability to apply passion and leadership in a collaborative and progressive team-oriented work environment.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $100,000.00 - $125,000.00.