Senior Electrical Engineer
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to be based in Atlanta GA.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Works and coordinates with multidisciplinary engineering teams including civil structural and mechanical engineers.
- Provides structured guidance coaching and training to develop junior engineers and enhance team capabilities.
- Communicates complex or sensitive technical information effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitates collaboration across functions geographies business lines and external stakeholders using influence to drive decisions and achieve outcomes.
- Applies broad and highly specialized technical knowledge recognized as a subject matter expert with strong business acumen.
- Maintains awareness of industry trends emerging technologies and evolving requirements recommending improvements and opportunities for the business.
- Solves complex novel and challenging problems by applying advanced or state-of-the-art engineering knowledge and developing new or improved methods and techniques.
- Implements improvements to engineering methodologies processes and practices to support project and business objectives.
- Works with a high degree of autonomy receiving primarily administrative guidance in terms of broad objectives and organizational priorities.
- Makes independent decisions on technical issues methods and approaches while representing the organization in meetings conferences and coordination efforts.
- Serves as lead engineer on mid- to large-scale projects with full responsibility for interpreting organizing executing and coordinating technical assignments.
- Accountable for project performance and results including goal setting stakeholder management adherence to budget and schedule and successful delivery of project objectives.
- Ensures compliance with established quality procedures by performing and documenting required quality control reviews and approving technical work products.
- Provides technical leadership and specialized expertise for studies design efforts and engineering solutions.
- Presents complex technical solutions to clients and stakeholders.
- Participates in the development of technical proposals and provides engineering budget and schedule estimates for large projects.
- Maintains effective liaison and coordination with internal departments and external organizations.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Electrical engineering or a related field and 15 years of relevant experience in buildings and facilities engineering with specific experience in the design of modifications to medium and low voltage (up to 15 kV 480V etc.) electrical power systems for commercial government and institutional facilities including office tenant space specialized buildings utilities and support facilities.
- Experience with Autocad (4 years) Revit (3 years) Microsoft Office Bluebeam SKM or ETAP AGi32 or similar calculations and modeling software.
- PE certification required.
- Due to the nature of work U.S. citizenship is required.
- Must have a valid U.S. drivers license and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review.
- Ability to pass background checks and gain access to military installations.
- Ability to travel one week at a time dependent on project within the US and internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent communication (written/oral)
- Ability to work in dynamic time-sensitive situations and with minimal oversight
- Team leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
- Experience working with geographically diverse and/or remote teams
Additional Information :
- Relocation is available for this position.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at .
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
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