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Functional TitlePrincipal Electrical Design Engineer

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction

GradeGS.14

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number24-0191

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelNon-Management

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameSustainability & Support 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

7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Mon-Fri

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

ThePrincipal Electrical Design Engineerdesigns a variety of large complex projects with a focus on electrical systems in new and renovation projectsand oversees major electrical engineering projects.Responsible forinvestigating electrical distribution systems operational and maintenance issues. Guides and trains subordinate engineers.

Essential Functions

• Designs a variety of large complex projects with a focus on electrical systems in new and renovation 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

• 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 recommendations

• Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Business casual office setting with visits to ongoing offsite projects

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

• Ability to design a variety of electrical projects

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 6+ years experience in the principles and practice of electrical engineering

• 2+ years electrical engineering design experience

• 1+ year 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 (P.E.) in the state of Maryland. If candidate has P.E. 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

Preferences

• 2+ years electrical engineering experience with industrial facilities

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Salary$99,260 - $168,741

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

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Maryland or in another state?

• Yes

• No

• Please list your Professional Engineer (P.E.) license number.

(Open Ended Question)

• • 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

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents