Electrical Engineer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Electrical Engineer opportunity in Johnson City, TN .

Position Overview

We’re seeking an Electrical Engineer to support a new facility design project with a strong emphasis on conceptual design, power distribution, and the development of electrical distribution systems from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual electrical designs including load analysis and system architecture.
• Design power distribution systems—medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV)—including switchgear, transformers, panelboards, grounding, and protective devices.
• Create distribution system layouts from scratch, ensuring reliability, maintainability, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Produce detailed diagrams, equipment specifications, and system calculations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, civil, architectural, controls) to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Lead or support design reviews, risk assessments, and constructability evaluations.
• Ensure all designs comply with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and client-specific standards.
• Support project planning, cost estimation, and schedule development related to electrical scope.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on power distribution and system development.
• Demonstrated expertise in medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, including system modeling and protective device coordination.
• Proven ability to develop electrical distribution systems from concept through detailed design.
• Strong understanding of industry codes, standards, and best practices.
• Proficiency with electrical design tools.
• Familiarity with high-reliability or high-security environments.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Other Job Requirements

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain a DOE “Q” Clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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