Project Electrical Engineer – Federal Engineering & Design

Olsson

Project Electrical Engineer designing electrical systems for federal clients at Olsson. Contributing to project execution while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with federal standards.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs detailed electrical engineering tasks including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and electrical system design for federal engineering and design projects.
Prepares electrical calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, project cost estimates, and bid-related documentation in compliance with applicable federal standards, codes, and agency-specific requirements.
Independently execute moderately complex electrical design assignments, applying sound engineering judgment, problem-solving skills, and risk awareness throughout project execution.
Serves as a technical liaison between federal clients, contractors, vendors, and internal engineering teams to coordinate deliverables, resolve technical issues, and support project schedules.
Coordinates electrical design efforts with multidisciplinary teams and Olsson project teams to ensure integrated, constructible, and high-quality project outcomes.
Works closely with project managers to support project planning, cost control, procurement coordination, progress tracking, and communication of potential technical or schedule-related challenges.
Participates in site visits and inspections, provides technical support during installation, and supports testing and commissioning activities to verify electrical systems perform as intended.
Reviews, coordinates, and may provide oversight or mentorship to less experienced engineers and technical staff.
Supports quality assurance and quality control processes by performing design reviews, field observations, and documentation of design changes, testing results, and key project milestones.
Prepares clear and concise project reports and technical summaries for clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership as required.
Travel and participation in project charrettes, design reviews, and value engineering conferences.
Ensures all electrical designs and installations align with the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, applicable federal agency requirements, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical design, ideally with federal clients.
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD and other relevant design software.
Deep understanding of DoD, VA, and federal design standards and processes.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and federal stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Receive a competitive 401(k) match
Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical engineeringpower distributionlighting designgrounding designelectrical system designelectrical calculationstechnical reportsproject cost estimatesdesign reviewstesting and commissioning

Soft Skills

problem-solvingrisk awarenesscommunicationcollaborationmentorshipquality assurancequality controltechnical liaisonproject planningprogress tracking

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) license