Work Study Electrical Engineering Jobs in Allen, TX

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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a motivated, technically experienced team leader to serve as Electrical Engineering Lead based in Houston or Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will have a passion for leading technically proficient teams, designing custom solutions, mentoring mid-level and junior staff, managing the electrical team workload and developing calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications for the electrical design work on exciting and complex projects.
Job Summary/Responsibilities
We have an opening for an Electrical Engineering Lead responsible for electrical systems design (power distribution, power generation, energy storage, lighting, fire alarm) for a wide variety of multi-disciplinary (A&E) project types, including but not limited to:

• Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics
• Laboratories
• Corporate Commercial
• Government and Academic
• Utility Plant and campus distribution

The Electrical Engineering Principal should be capable of leading and developing teams to complete building engineering projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external clients is required. You will be expected to:

• Serve as a Discipline Leader for our Texas team and provide mentorship to an experienced group of engineers;
• Be responsible for Electrical systems design (power distribution, power generation, energy storage, lighting, fire alarm)
• Plan design work, calculates costs, and time schedules to assign design duties to junior staff working on projects
• Coordinate design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, mechanical, technology and equipment suppliers
• Maintain accurate project documentation and design data for permanent project files
• Evaluate project staffing requirements, analyzes problems, and writes reports
• Lead client meetings regarding engineering systems and maintaining good client relations
• Identify prospective clients, assists in marketing to develop new clients, and develops future projects with existing clients
• Assure quality and completeness of the engineering design;
• Switch between work on multiple/different projects daily
• Represent the organization and maintains liaison with individuals and related organizations
• Signing and sealing contract documents.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering or related field plus eight (8) years of related design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE) license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 12+ years of engineering experience in the commercial building design and the construction industry;
• Current Professional Engineers license in the state of Texas or ability to gain reciprocity
• 5+ years of experience as the primary engineering interface with multiple clients either as a project manager or as the engineering lead;
• Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies;
• Experience with design and construction of commercial, industrial, and utility scale power distribution systems including selecting and specifying conductors, raceway, switch gear, motor control centers, panelboards, circuit breakers, and other common power distribution components;
• Experience with designing electrical and life safety systems based on NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, and ANSI/EIA/TIA compliant;
• Technical writing experience and proficiency;
• Familiarity with REVIT and knowledge of BIM;
• Modeling electrical systems with SKM, ETAP, EZ-Power or other IEEE compliant modeling tools;
• Specifying electrical equipment including transformers, switchboards, panelboards, overcurrent protective devices, conductors, raceway, generators, uninterruptible power supplies, motors, and variable frequency drives;
• Experience scoping and drafting fees for engineering components of interdisciplinary project work
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Additional Information
Sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
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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