Electrical Engineer – Federal Engineering & Design

Olsson

Licensed Electrical Engineer working with Federal Engineering & Design Team at Olsson. Delivering projects that support federal clients and improve the built environment.

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

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs electrical engineering duties related to the evaluation, design, and documentation of electrical systems for small to large-scale federal projects, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and related building systems.
Applies standard electrical engineering techniques, methods, and procedures to develop constructible, code-compliant designs while evaluating and proposing minor adaptations to meet project-specific needs.
Prepares electrical calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates in accordance with applicable codes, federal standards, and agency requirements.
Assists with preparation and coordination of project documents and maintains awareness of project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
Coordinates electrical design elements with other engineering disciplines and internal project teams to support integrated project outcomes.
Communicates project development and progress with project managers and may participate in coordination efforts with federal clients, contractors, and consultants.
Performs process design calculations, analyzes engineering data, and supports feasibility evaluations for proposed electrical systems.
Enters, maintains, and updates project information and documentation within Olsson’s project management systems in accordance with the firm’s Quality Management Program.
Diagnoses and assists in resolving technical design issues and supports quality assurance and quality control processes throughout project execution.
May provide technical guidance and oversight to less experienced engineers or technical staff as assigned.
Travel and participation in project charrettes, design reviews, and value engineering conferences.
May travel to project sites and work in varying terrain and weather conditions during different stages of construction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
Solid problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, federal standards, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to research and apply requirements as needed.
Advanced mathematical and analytical abilities related to electrical engineering design.
Working knowledge of applicable design tools and technologies, such as AutoCAD and Revit.

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
Full-time employees receive 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 systemselectrical calculationstechnical reportscost estimatesprocess design calculationsfeasibility evaluationscode-compliant designs

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationproblem-solvingdecision-makinganalytical skills

Certifications

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