Electrical Jobs in Washington, Virginia

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Electrical Engineer Washington DC - Arlington, VA

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC. Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development. Bala is seeking an ambitious degreed Electrical Engineer to join our Arlington, VA office who thrives on challenges and wants to grow their career. Suitable candidates should possess basic knowledge of and exposure to building design. The basic requirements for this position include: • Bachelor’s Degree (BSEE, BET) • 3-6 years experience -relevant internship/co-op experience considered for recent graduates • EIT accreditation a plus • Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD • General knowledge of applicable codes • Strong technical writing skills • Good Communication, Presentation and client interface abilities Once you begin your career at Bala, you will be engaged in a comprehensive training program with the mutual goal of providing you with a strong technical base to become a successful engineer at our firm. As a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities. Bala’s compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with market competitive salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish. Bala offers comprehensive benefits: • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package • 401(k) with employer match • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (7) paid holidays • 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off • Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement • Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year • Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan) • Employee Referral Program • Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work Follow us @balaconsultingengineers on Instagram and LinkedIn Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Bala Consulting Engineer’s HR/Recruiting Department to submit resumes. This approval must be in the form of a valid fully executed contract for service as well as a request to submit candidates to a specific job opening. Bala Consulting Engineers will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place, or for positions for which candidates have not been specifically requested. #LI-Onsite

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Exterior Electrician ($7,500 Sign-On-Bonus)

Compensation Grade: T19 Salary Range: $34.32-$44.61 Opening Date: August 8, 2025 Closing Date: Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date. As an Exterior Electrician you will maintain and repair medium voltage (4160V to 34.5KV) electrical equipment for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or Washington Dulles International Airport. Exterior Electrician This is a journey (full performance) level job in the Exterior Electrician series. Serves in the Electrical Division of the Engineering and Maintenance Department at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or the Airport Maintenance Department at Washington Dulles International Airport. Installs, tests, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs/replaces, electrical equipment and electrical distribution systems, both Medium Voltage (4160V to 34.5 KV) and Low voltage switchgear, MDP's and panels to 480V. Tests and maintains battery banks for switchgear DC control power. Installs, tests, and maintains Airfield lighting systems, associated series circuits, constant current regulators and airfield lighting controls. Performs related functions. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Works on distribution and power systems, including medium voltage (4160V to 34.5KV); performs maintenance, tests, and repairs/replaces equipment as required for transformers, primary switches, and circuit breakers. Troubleshoots, repairs/replaces, and performs preventive maintenance on various airfield lighting systems. Locates and repairs/replaces faulty transformers, cables, and fixtures, as needed to maintain airfield operations. Troubleshoots and repairs constant current regulators and associated airfield series circuits and rebuilds airfield lighting fixtures. Performs Generator testing, maintenance, load banks, and repairs as required to maintain optimal equipment performance, including associated transfer switches, panels, and DC control systems. Generators include stationery and portable from voltages of 120 to 4160V. Performs maintenance and troubleshoots problems with exterior lighting systems, including contactors, controls, ballasts, and associated circuitry. Lighting systems include Apron, Parking lots, and Roadway lighting. Performs other electrical work such as installing new electric service, temporary unit substations, MDP's, panels, and associated conduit and wiring as required for the project. Responds to trouble calls. Determines the extent and impact of the issue and provides clear and concise information to the supervisor, leader, or airport operations. Performs electrical work following the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Airports Authority Design Manual. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Four years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and systems. Included in the four years of experience must be one year of specialized experience in the installation, test, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of medium voltage electrical equipment and systems. Journey-level knowledge in the use of tools and testing equipment to perform associated job requirements. Ability to analyze drawings and electrical schematics. Ability to work safely and knowledge of the safety rules, regulations, and procedures needed to do so. Ability to speak and write effectively. Skill in using a computer, computerized work order, and time and attendance systems. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A Journeyman Electrical License (or higher). Certification in MV cable splicing, terminating, and testing. Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing airfield lighting systems, series circuits, constant current regulators, and airfield lighting controls. Certification/experience in the maintenance and testing of 480V switchgear, breakers, and relays. Class B Commercial Driver's License. [DCA Only] EDUCATION A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED). CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED A state driver's license in good standing. [DCA Only] Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 90 days of hire, promotion, or placement into the job. NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS Operates vehicle airside and landside (requires AOA permit). Will operate aerial lift trucks, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks for use on overhead electrical systems and lighting repairs. Work requires moderate to heavy physical exertion (including exerting 20 to 40 pounds of force or lifting objects up to 80 pounds). May be required to bend, stoop, crouch, or work in a cramped position. Is subject to possible electrical shocks, exposure to potentially hazardous materials, and noisy airfield. Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with NFPA 70E Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements for safe work on and near energized circuits. Is subject to hold-over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies such as snow removal. Required to work various shifts as needed. May be required to work nights or weekends. Work is typically reviewed in progress upon completion for quality, quantity, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors. A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.| Follow us on Twitter @MWAAcareers.

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Lead Electrical Engineer (Low Voltage)

Job Description This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Electrical Engineer (Low Voltage) with the potential to work out of any WSP office which could include Denver, CO; San Diego, CA; San Antonio, TX; Dallas, TX; New York City, NY; Washington, DC; Tacoma, WA; Orlando, FL; Richmond, VA or Virginia Beach, VA office. Be involved in projects with our Federal Property and Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Your Impact • Coordinate, review and approve electrical design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. • Apply high-level electrical engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements for various project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation. • Plan and incorporate future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure. • Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of electrical systems. • Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, technical calculations, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos. • Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and other illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses. • Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, concepts, and recommendations to address design, and/or construction issues or opportunities. • Manage client relationship and provide key technical input on pursuit efforts. • Develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology. • 10+ years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer. • Professional Engineering license. • Client requires the ability to successfully pass security background check to access facilities. The level of background check required by the clients, requires US citizenship. • Extensive knowledge of electrical design, particularly in the DOD industry with Experience with DOD criteria such as FC 1-300-9N, UFC 3-501-01, and UFC 3-550-01. • Proficient with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues. • Experience with electrical planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of renovation, new design, and construction projects. • Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. • Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of electrical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations. • Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Navisworks, SKM, ETAP, AGI 32, etc), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. • Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently. • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. • Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment. • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week. • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. • Ability to obtain a US Government Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications • Active US Government Secret Security Clearance. • Experience managing small to mega-size projects. • Additional certifications such as LEED AP and PMP. WSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. Compensation Expected Salary (all locations): $121,100 - $205,040 WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. Expected Salary (Colorado only): $129,600 - $192,390 WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. About WSP ABOUT US WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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Becoming an electrician in Washington, VA typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide average salary of $697.13 per week for electricians, with experienced professionals in Washington, VA earning up to $950.21 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.

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