Electrical Engineer V

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AECOM is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Piscataway, NJ office location. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of mission critical design and construction, as well new product development and insertion.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Proactively identify, organize, and lead program activities and stakeholders in order to
• Successfully deliver business, operational, and technical improvements.
• Scope, phase, and lead ambiguous cross-functional and cross-organizational challenges including delivering downstream change management, alongside your stakeholder team.
• Ensure alignment of senior cross-functional and cross-organizational stakeholders.
• Proactively identify stakeholders and work with them to strategize, plan, and prioritize objectives and success criteria.
• Estimate task durations, and ensure schedules and dependencies are aligned and support those objectives within an organization.
• Independently design and deliver optimized program communication plans.
• Optimize regular checkpoints and metrics dashboards.
• Ensure stakeholders are aligned on rationale for program pivots.
• Independently maintain project trackers and status reports.
• Create automated processes to enhance velocity and monitoring.
• Define program governance structure by determining effective management of mitigations, postmortems, and escalation reports.
• Independently develop change management rollout plans for programs including impact analysis.

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience plus eight years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Requirements

• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency in power distribution and backup power systems
• Thorough understanding of electrical engineering principles, practices, and related technical areas.
• Knowledge of industry construction methods and techniques
• Self-motivated with the ability to analyze and resolve issues promptly
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight for extended periods
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to stay focused on multiple projects throughout various development phases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective technical communication, including delivering presentations to large audiences
• Possess advanced planning and communication management skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in continuous improvement, execution, organizational change, and stakeholder management

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

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 2024. 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. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.