Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Montgomery College is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert for electrical design across 3 multi-building campuses. Under the supervision of the College Architect, this role is responsible for power and lighting designs and the supervision of in-house and contracted construction of electrical, lighting, and low-voltage building and control systems.

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a grade 33, non-bargaining, exempt position located at Central Services in Rockville.

What You Will Do

As the College’s in-house electrical engineering expert, you will lead electrical design for new construction and renovation projects and support projects through construction completion.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing complete electrical design documents including power and lighting plans, lighting schedules, riser diagrams, and specifications suitable for permitting and construction.
• Designing electrical, lighting, fire alarm, and control systems for new construction and renovation projects.
• Meeting users to determine electrical requirements for each project, investigating existing conditions, researching existing designs, and advising the College architect of any electrical problems discovered.
• Signing and sealing plans for submission to the City of Rockville and Montgomery County.
• Preparing engineering drawings for both in-house and contracted construction work.
• Managing the permitting process with governmental agencies.
• Collaborating with the Procurement Department to prepare bids for contracted construction work.
• Inspecting construction while in process to ensure it is completed in accordance with designs.
• Project managing and overseeing outside contractors during construction.
• Reviewing and approving contractor pay application submissions.
• Providing technical advice on design and construction needs to other college units.
• Reviewing all engineering drawings, plans, details, and specifications prepared by outside consultants for technical accuracy and coordination.
• Inspecting engineering systems in existing facilities.
• Developing capital replacement plans in collaboration with the College Architect and Director of Planning, Engineering and Capital Budgets.
• Investigating, identifying, and resolving engineering problems associated with electrical, lighting, fire alarm, and control systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering for buildings.
• Maryland Professional Engineer (PE) license and a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated experience designing and constructing electrical systems for commercial or higher education buildings.
• Strong working knowledge of energy conservation and sustainable strategies, electrical and life safety codes, lighting and fire safety alarms, and construction methodologies.
• Ability to perform photometric calculations for lighting designs.
• The equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, or experience that demonstrates the ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
• Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Driver’s License – Motor Vehicle Administration
• Maryland Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Preferred Qualifications

• LEED Green Associate (GA) certification
• LEED Accredited Professional (AP) certification