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About the Role

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a multidisciplinary, collaborative team. This role supports the growing Federal (Military/DoD) team and various other markets in the Northwest region, including Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Transportation, Sports + Rec, and Science + Tech. The engineer will take on complex challenges, pioneer innovative solutions from strategy to project realization, and contribute to Energy Conservation and Zero Carbon initiatives, focusing on renewable energy projects for high-performance buildings. This position involves decarbonization and electrification efforts, offering focused growth opportunities in sustainable practices and skills enhancement training.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical engineering from conceptual design through construction administration and post-occupancy.
Write reports for internal and external purposes based on findings.
Design building electrical systems for various project types and markets.
Stay current on codes and technologies for building electrical systems, including power, lighting, telecommunications, and fire alarm systems.
Research, develop, design, specify, and witness testing of electrical systems, equipment, components, and materials.
Organize and conduct site visits for data collection and evaluation of electrical systems.
Coordinate with clients and multiple disciplines, acting as the electrical engineer point of contact.
Ensure projects are delivered within budget and on schedule.
Assist in proposal preparation and discipline plans.
Manage and work on multiple projects.
Mentor and review the work of other team members.
Ensure discipline plans meet overall project team requirements for scope and schedule.
Attend and present to owners, clients, and architects.

Requirements

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or similar.
6+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Professional Engineer (PE) Registration.
10+ years experience in designing building electrical systems (preferred).
Strong electrical code knowledge including National Electric Code (NEC), Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), ASHRAE, and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).
Federal project experience, including knowledge of agency standards, procurement processes, and compliance with regulations.
Experience with sustainable design and certification in LEED and/or WELL.
Renewable energy and Microgrid experience.
Power system studies experience utilizing SKM, ETAP, or Easy Power.
Lighting calculation experience with Visual, AGI32, or Elumtools.
Strong Revit and CAD experience.
Ability to attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.
No sponsorship offered now or in the future.

Skills

Building electrical systems design
Technical calculations
Critical thinking
Report writing
Code knowledge (NEC, WSEC, UFC, ASHRAE, IECC)
Power systems
Lighting systems
Telecommunications systems
Fire alarm systems
Electrical systems research, development, design, specification, and testing
Site visit data collection and evaluation
Client and multidisciplinary coordination
Proposal preparation
Project management
Mentoring and work review
Presentation skills
Federal project experience
Knowledge of agency standards, procurement processes, and regulations
Experience in Corporate Workplace, Commercial, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Justice, Sports, and Higher Education markets
Sustainable design
LEED certification
WELL certification
Equipment energy use analysis
Renewable energy
Microgrid
SKM
ETAP
Easy Power
Visual
AGI32
Elumtools
Revit
CAD
Communication skills
Creative thinking
Teamwork skills

Location

Oakland, CA
San Francisco, CA
US

Work Type

Hybrid
In-person (Day 1 onboarding)

Experience Level

Senior-level
6+ years of related experience
10+ years experience in designing building electrical systems (preferred)

Education Level

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) Registration

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
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
Employee stock purchase plan

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world.
The company improves commutes, provides clean water, keeps lights on, and transforms skylines, helping people and communities thrive.
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies.
The global team comprises over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals.
The Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building and system engineering, urbanism, planning, landscape design, strategy, economics, technology solutions, asset advisory, and cost and program management.
This practice assists clients from strategy through project realization, creating positive outcomes for building occupants and users.
The practice focuses on Governments (Federal, State, and local), Commercial/Corporate, Science and Technology, Transportation, and Higher Education sectors.
AECOM combines beauty, sustainability, resiliency, and innovation in projects, regardless of size or budget.
AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
The company champions employee growth and career ambitions, offering opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects.
Employees have access to cutting-edge technology, a network of experts, and award-winning training and development programs.
AECOM fosters a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community, offering freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.