Electrical Engineer (Kigali, Rwanda)

Planate Management Group - Virginia Beach, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Virginia Beach, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Electrical Engineer position at Planate Management Group involves providing critical engineering and construction quality assurance, management, and technical oversight for the Kigali Energy Project in Rwanda. The role ensures compliance with contract requirements and adherence to quality and safety standards in electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical inspections of electrical work, ensuring contractor adherence to design documents.
• Review and evaluate engineering shop drawings to ensure compliance with design parameters.
• Monitor contractor's quality control program and oversee corrective actions.
• Conduct quality assurance tasks such as reviewing materials, submittals, and resolving project conflicts.
• Oversee contractor's adherence to safety protocols and construction regulations, such as EM 385-1-1 and OSHA.
• Monitor project progress against the schedule, preparing weekly progress reports.
• Conduct technical inspections, with emphasis on high and low voltage systems, telephone, and fire alarm systems.
• Coordinate development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders.
• Ensure that construction elements are installed, formed, and executed according to approved designs.
• Attend meetings and prepare monthly progress reports summarizing project status, with a focus on electrical engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience on construction projects of similar scope.
• Must be a US National and must possess or must be able to obtain Final Secret, Interim Top Secret, or Final Top Secret security clearance at the time of application.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
• Overseas construction experience is preferred.
• Experience with solar power systems and high/low voltage systems is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of International Codes and construction safety regulations (EM 385-1-1, OSHA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with design and construction drawings and the ability to interpret them accurately.
• Experience with LED lighting system replacements.
• Expertise in solar photovoltaic systems, including the design and installation of solar parking canopies.
• Experience with improving existing solar photovoltaic systems, including inverter replacement.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Overseas construction experience
• Experience with solar power systems and high/low voltage systems
• Experience with LED lighting system replacements
• Expertise in solar photovoltaic systems

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401K plan eligibility upon hire
• Health and Savings Account plan
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Offering
• Training and Development
• License/Certification support
• Recognition and Rewards program
• Travel Insurance