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AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer (Electrical Engineering Lead) to join our Energy team. This is a hybrid position, combining office and remote work.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical fundamentals, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive mindset, with the ability to take ownership of defined tasks and progressively grow into leading small scopes and teams.

The job responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to:

• Serve as Lead Electrical Engineer or Engineer of Record.
• Provide technical oversight for complex industrial and power-generation projects.
• Review and approve electrical designs, specifications, and calculations.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Interface directly with clients, plant personnel, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and technical quality.
• Support commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting of power systems.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Be recognized as a subject matter expert in power systems.
• Lead major capital projects.
• Make engineering decisions affecting safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Have significant client-facing and business-development involvement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience in progressive electrical engineering in industrial facilities, utilities, or power-generation projects.
• Experience leading engineering teams and multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience with Medium-voltage and high-voltage power systems, Power generation facilities (gas, steam, combined cycle, renewable, cogeneration, Substations and switchyards and Protective relaying and coordination studies
• Understanding of Arc-flash and short-circuit studies, Electrical distribution design, Motor control centers (MCCs), Generator interconnection and synchronization and Plant electrical system industrial upgrades and modernization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license 
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/FE) certification may be considered acceptable if working toward PE registration within 6 months.
• Working knowledge of NEC (National Electrical Code), IEEE standards, NFPA standards, NESC (where applicable), and Utility and power-generation design standards
• Proficiency with power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, SEL and GE protection applications

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

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, 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, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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