• Principal Electrical Engineer (Design…

    Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) (Laurel, MD)


    Position Information

    Functional TitlePrincipal Electrical Engineer (Design & Construction)

     

    Recruitment Category TypeStandard

     

    Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction

     

    GradeEG.16

     

    FLSA StatusExempt

     

    Requisition Number25-0239

     

    Number of Vacancies2

     

    Job LevelNon-Management

     

    Job CodeN/A

    Job Description Summary

    Organization NameEngineering & Environmental Services

     

    Reports toSection Manager

     

    Full or Part TimeFull Time

     

    If Part Time how many hours per week

     

    Regular or TemporaryRegular

     

    Position End Date (if temporary)

     

    Work Schedule

     

    Monday – Friday

     

    8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

    Position LocationLaurel

    Position Summary Information

    General Summary

    ThePrincipal Electrical Engineercarries out major electrical engineering projects and programs using sound engineering practices. Designs a variety of large complex projects with a focus on electrical systems forwater and wastewater projects.

    Essential Functions

    + Oversees 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 recommendation

    + Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

     

    Other Functions

     

    Performs other related duties as assigned

     

    Work Environment And Physical Demands

     

    The role is performed in the field and office environment.

    Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

    + Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical engineering

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

    + 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 Requirements

    + Bachelor’s degree

    + 6+ years electrical engineering experience

    + 2+ years electrical engineering design experience

    + 1+ years experience in planning and directing electrical engineering projects

    Additional Requirements

    + 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

    + Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland. If candidate has PE license in another state, candidate must obtain Maryland registration within 12 months of hire or transfer

    + Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

    + Completion of all safety training as required by WSSC Water

    Preferences

    + 2+ 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 Statement

    AN 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 Date

     

    Open Until FilledYes

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Additional Information

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    + * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?

    + Yes

    + No

    + * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

    + Yes

    + No

    + Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

    + Yes

    + No

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    Optional Documents

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application