Senior Electrical Engineer / Water/Wastewater

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Philadelphia, PA to support water and wastewater projects in the greater Philadelphia Area, the Northeast, and around the globe. This position will provide an opportunity to collaborate with experts in water and wastewater and electrical & I&C engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design low voltage and medium voltage electrical distribution systems and building services.
• Perform electrical system designs including switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, generators, transformers, distribution panels and other electrical distribution system components.
• Perform design for lighting, fire alarm, telephone, security and grounding systems.
• Prepare design drawings including single line diagrams, electrical plans, wiring schematics, schedules, etc.
• Perform electrical system calculations using power analytical software packages (Example: SKM, EDSA, Easy Power).
• Perform electrical system studies and calculations (load, harmonics, voltage drop, lighting, short circuit, coordination and arc flash).
• Review and coordinate instrumentation, control system process P&IDs, mechanical and HVAC systems and design related electrical systems.
• Develop electrical equipment specifications.
• Verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards/practices.
• Coordinate with other in‑house engineering disciplines as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• BS/BA Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field plus 6 years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania, Delaware, or New Jersey or ability to obtain within one year.
• Experience designing low voltage and medium voltage electrical distribution systems and building services for water and wastewater facilities.
• Experience designing lighting, fire alarm, telephone, security and grounding systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of work experience as an Electrical Engineer.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design codes and standards.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong commitment to ensuring safe project execution.
• Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.
• Self‑starter and ability to take initiative.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work well in a team environment.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

Compensation and Benefits

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $140,000 to $190,000 per year.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity / EEO

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AECOM believes in your potential and will keep all information confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.