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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Buildings & Places Electrical Engineering team. This role supports the design and delivery of building projects across commercial, institutional, and federal/DoD sectors.

The Electrical Engineer performs defined and moderately complex portions of electrical design assignments and may serve as electrical lead on projects aligned with demonstrated experience and professional level. This role is suited for an established professional who can independently execute primary design elements, apply sound engineering judgment using established procedures, and contribute to successful project delivery within agreed budgets and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Analysis

• Perform electrical design for building projects, including power distribution, lighting systems, grounding and bonding, and life safety systems.
• Prepare calculations such as load calculations, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, lighting photometrics, and lighting layouts using established engineering methods.
• Develop one-line diagrams, panel schedules, equipment layouts, and construction documents.
• Gather and correlate engineering data to support system sizing and code compliance.
• Identify discrepancies in design results and resolve routine technical issues using standard engineering practices.
• Propose modifications to standard approaches when encountering new but related problems.

Project Leadership

• Serve as electrical lead on projects commensurate with demonstrated experience and professional level.
• Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, structural, and other disciplines to support integrated design.
• Manage assigned scope within agreed budget and schedule.
• Escalate complex, high-risk, or specialized system decisions to senior engineers as appropriate.

Construction Phase Support

• Review submittals and respond to RFIs for assigned projects or scopes.
• Participate in construction coordination and site visits as required.
• Support implementation of design intent during construction.

Collaboration & Development

• Provide guidance and support to entry-level engineers and designers.
• Participate in internal QA/QC reviews to maintain documentation quality.
• Continue developing technical expertise and expanding project leadership capability.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 4+ years of professional electrical engineering design experience.
• Experience with Revit and/or AutoCAD in a building design environment.
• U.S. Citizenship (required for federal/DoD projects).
• Valid driver’s license, and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review.
• Some travel is required.

Preferred

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading electrical designs for building projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Familiarity with SKM, AGi32, or similar analysis tools.
• Experience supporting federal or government projects.
• EIT certification or progression toward PE licensure.

Additional Information

• Relocation is available for this opportunity.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where 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. 

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