Senior Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Dewberry Engineers - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Senior

Richmond, VA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Electrical Engineer for Water/Wastewater at Dewberry Engineers Incorporated will focus on designing and implementing electrical power systems for water and wastewater projects. This role offers opportunities for growth into project management and involves working with a highly skilled team dedicated to creating reliable electrical infrastructure. The position emphasizes technical knowledge in electrical distribution, motor controls, SCADA, and power system studies, while also contributing to renewable energy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical power system engineering and design for W/WW projects.
• Lead multiple design projects and manage junior engineers to execute projects.
• Design low voltage electrical power distribution, motor control, VFDs, lighting systems, and equipment layout.
• Provide electrical specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Review and approve contractor submittals.
• Execute redline markups from engineers.
• Size conduit and wire, lay out electrical distribution equipment, and design lighting systems.
• Coordinate with engineering staff to successfully execute electrical designs.

Requirements

• BS in electrical engineering or related degree.
• 10+ years of design or WW/W operation experience on industrial projects.
• PE preferred.
• Experience designing electrical systems and producing design documents in AutoCAD; Revit experience preferred.
• Self-starter with initiative, drive, and determination.
• Good working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Codes, and other related Codes.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills for coordination with other disciplines and client interface.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance