Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer (Facilities Design)

Company Name: EK Fox & Associates

Location: Chantilly, VA

Project Focus: Secure Government Facilities, Commercial Renovations, and Sustainable Institutional Design

Work Setting: On-site

Salary: $135,000 - $175,000 + Performance Bonuses & Comprehensive Benefits

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Position Overview

Are you ready to transition from a design engineer to a true technical visionary? We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to spearhead mission-critical facilities projects for one of the most respected engineering firms in the DC Metro area. In this role, you will do more than just manage circuits; you will architect the electrical backbone of highly secure environments and sustainable infrastructures that protect and empower our nation's interests. You will act as the ultimate technical authority, mentoring junior talent and steering complex projects from initial site survey through to final commissioning.

Joining our team means immersing yourself in a culture that consistently wins "Best Firm to Work For" accolades. We offer a sophisticated platform where your expertise in power systems, lighting, and security integration is met with a collaborative environment that values integrity over bureaucracy. Here, you aren't just filling a seat-you are joining a legacy of engineers who stay at the leading edge of building system technology, ensuring that every design is built to endure for future generations.

Core Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Serve as the primary Electrical Discipline Lead, directing the efforts of design teams and ensuring the technical integrity of all project deliverables.
• Systems Architecture: Design and specify complex electrical systems, including medium-voltage power distribution, UPS systems, emergency generators, grounding, and high-performance lighting.
• Mission-Critical Engineering: Lead the design of fire alarm, security, and telecom/data systems for high-security environments, ensuring absolute reliability and compliance.
• Project Stewardship: Navigate the entire project lifecycle independently, from conducting existing condition surveys and writing technical reports to performing rigorous SKM and AGI32 calculations.
• Quality Assurance: Perform comprehensive quality control reviews and technical audits on all assigned projects to maintain the firm's standard of excellence.
• Collaborative Strategy: Act as the primary point of contact for clients and multidisciplinary partners, resolving complex engineering challenges during bidding and construction administration.
• Continuous Innovation: Utilize the latest technology-including AutoCAD and Revit-to generate high-fidelity models and As-Built documentation that push the boundaries of energy efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship (Required for project access).
• Education: BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Licensure: Active Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in the design and specification of complex building systems (Power, Lighting, Fire Alarm, MV, and UPS).
• Software Proficiency: Expert command of AutoCAD, Revit, AGI32, and SKM (Power Tools).

Preferred Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Professional Credentials: LEED Accredited Professional (AP), RCDD, or CDT certification.
• Sector Expertise: Proven track record with large-scale federal government, institutional, or secure-facility renovations.

About EK Fox & Associates

EK Fox & Associates is a premier multidisciplinary engineering firm headquartered in Chantilly, VA, specialized in solving the most complex challenges in the built environment. With a reputation built on technical precision and a "can-do" culture, the firm has been recognized year after year as a top workplace in the AEC industry. From designing ultra-secure government installations to trailblazing new directions in sustainability, EK Fox combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to professional growth and work-life balance.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of EK Fox & Associates. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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