The Role
Lead electrical project engineering for industrial capital projects across the full lifecycle (pre-FEED to commissioning). Manage multi-discipline teams, perform electrical design and modeling, enforce code compliance, support procurement and construction, oversee budgets/schedules, negotiate scope changes, and serve as client representative to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
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Job Description:
Ready to put your project engineering expertise to work on complex projects? Are you great with people and have a track record managing teams that get the job done? Parsons is now hiring an experienced Project Engineer with a desire to work on creating innovative, practical solutions to various projects that enhance the fabric of our community.Our Project Engineers still get very involved in the designs on the project. Experience on projects through project life-cycle from concept (pre-FEED) straight through to commissioning and startup. The selected candidate will have a demonstrated ability to manage multi-discipline teams doing feasibility, FEED and detailed engineering, procurement support and construction phases of capital projects. They will have comprehensive knowledge of industry standards while having a proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications. This position is part of an owner's team and requires on-site presence in an industrial manufacturing environment. What you'll be doing:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from an ABET accredited university
- At least 8 years of experience in engineering design of building electrical systems, including distribution to end use
- Solid knowledge and application of the electrical requirements per NFPA 70, 70E, 72, 101, 110, building codes, energy codes, and other related standards, such as IEEE and ASHRAE standards
- Performs project management responsibilities on an industrial EPCm Capital Projects ($1M to $400M projects)
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing to project team and Parsons’ clients. Experience in preparing correspondence, written reports, presentations, and proposals.
- Working knowledge of Instrumentation & Controls design-related deliverables such as P&IDs, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, control narratives, etc
- Experience with control panel design, including UL508A requirements
- Proficient working knowledge of electrical modeling software, such as SKM Power Tools (PTW), ETap, EasyPower
- Proficient working knowledge of design software, such as AutoCAD, Revit or BIM360
- Identify any gaps for engineering deliverables associated with Stage and Gate process/Front End Loading funding concepts for industrial projects and work with customers and internal team to resolve it in a timely manner
- Integrate competing and/or conflicting elements into the planning and execution processes so that project requirements flow smoothly.
- Having oversight of a specific area and establishing a course of action within limits of company practices and guidelines,
- Collobrated with project controls and other project service functions on a mid to large TIC projects
- For a larger project, develops a complete understanding of the contract and any relevant subcontracts in order to provide full support to the project management team
- Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the program execution.
- Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors.
- Markets and secures additional work with client.
- Verify with the Project Director (PD) and Engineering Manager that project requirements for Baseline Centric Execution, safety, quality, cost, and productivity are met.
- Draft for the Project Director (PD) approval the project baseline and verify that it is fully documented, updated, and communicated to the project team as appropriate ,
- Support the PD to deliver the project in accordance with the project execution and commercial baselines
- Participate in sales and marketing efforts as requested
- Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project, and monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria.
- Responsible for the development and distribution of a one to two page description of the project to all members of the project team for reference.
- Works with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project.
- Ensures that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans.
- Works with the key project individual to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work. Advises the client and company management of any such changes. The Project Manager is specifically responsible for maintaining current and timely change orders.
- Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.
- Monitors and reports to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule.
- Establishes weekly meeting to review project status and formulate action items.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical/business field
- Applicant should have 8 years of relevant work experience
- Experience in working on various manufacturing capitol projects
- Strong Experience with Electrical Subcontractors, working knowledge of PLC, DCS and other control applications and Vertical Construction
- Incumbent should have a broad general technical and business background
- Must have the ability to manage projects, interface with clients and enjoy being hands on technically in the project
Desired Skills:
- PE License desired, but not required
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from an ABET accredited university
- At least 8 years of experience in engineering design of building electrical systems, including distribution to end use
- Solid knowledge and application of electrical requirements per NFPA 70, 70E, 72, 101, 110, building and energy codes, IEEE and ASHRAE standards
- Project management experience on industrial EPCm capital projects ($1M to $400M)
- Effective oral and written communication, including correspondence, reports, presentations, and proposals
- Working knowledge of Instrumentation & Controls deliverables (P&IDs, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, control narratives)
- Experience with control panel design including UL508A requirements
- Proficient with electrical modeling software such as SKM Power Tools (PTW), ETap, or EasyPower
- Proficient with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM360
- Ability to identify gaps in Stage and Gate/Front End Loading deliverables and resolve with customers and team
- Ability to integrate competing elements into planning and execution to meet project requirements
- Oversight of assigned project area and ability to establish course of action within company guidelines
- Experience collaborating with project controls and other project services on mid to large TIC projects
- Ability to understand contracts and subcontracts for project support on larger projects
- Act as company representative with client and subcontractors during program execution
- Negotiate changes to scope of work with client and key subcontractors
- Support sales and marketing efforts and help secure additional work with clients
- Verify project baseline centric execution (safety, quality, cost, productivity) with Project Director and Engineering Manager
- Develop and distribute concise project description to project team members
- Work with managers and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and plans and ensure project meets goals
- Develop and execute action plans to address cost overruns, delays, or scope changes; maintain timely change orders
- Promote technical and commercial excellence through Quality Assurance processes
- Monitor and report project progress, milestones, and conditions affecting cost or schedule; lead weekly status meetings
- Strong experience working with electrical subcontractors; working knowledge of PLC, DCS and other control applications; vertical construction experience
- Broad general technical and business background; ability to manage projects, interface with clients, and be hands-on technically
- PE License
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
