RK&K · 1 day ago
Senior Electrical Engineer
Newport News, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expRK&K is a full-service engineering, construction management, and environmental firm, and they are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead and execute electrical engineering design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role involves advanced technical expertise, leadership in multidisciplinary project teams, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead electrical design for water and wastewater facilities in coordination with process mechanical, HVAC, and other engineering disciplines
Prepare electrical design calculations, drawings, and specifications (one‑lines, power distribution, MCCs/switchgear, cable trays, lighting/wiring, grounding, lightning protection, UPS/load lists, cable sizing)
Perform voltage drop calculations and ensure overall system reliability
Review and approve submittals, specifications, and O&M manuals
Address contractor RFIs and change orders
Participate in client meetings on conceptual designs and project standards
Prepare technical memos, proposals, reports, and contract documents
Provide field services, investigations, and support during startup and commissioning
Develop detailed engineering cost estimates
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 820, and all applicable safety codes
Travel occasionally for site visits and client meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering and ability to obtain licensure in other states
Minimum of 8 years in electrical systems design, construction, and commissioning for water and wastewater facilities
Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and ETAP/SKM; familiar with lighting design software
Strong knowledge of NEC and NFPA 820
Excellent technical writing, communication, organization, and documentation skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively with strong problem‑solving abilities
Capable of performing field inspections requiring walking, standing, and climbing
Able to lift up to 25 lbs as needed
Office‑based role with occasional travel to project sites and exposure to construction environments
Preferred
10 years of experience in electrical systems design, construction, and commissioning for water and wastewater facilities
This position may require short-duration travel to client sites and project locations
Benefits
Paid time off
Hybrid work (home and office)
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and employee resource groups
Career development
Matching 401(k) plan
Paid holidays
Much, much more!
Company
RK&K
RK&K provides full-service planning, engineering, environmental, and construction management/inspection firm.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
James Nash
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Keith Skinner, P.E.
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