Electrical Engineer - Junior Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Junior Level Electrical Engineer to join our Norfolk, VA based team. As the successful new hire, you will work on both large and small projects locally, domestically and internationally. Projects include shipyards, ports, cargo terminals, large and small marinas, port authority, and municipal. In addition, you will work on new technologies and developing industries from microgrids to projects in the offshore wind industry!  

 Horizontal electrical design is different from that of buildings, commercial and industrial properties. It will provide you with new knowledge, challenge, and career growth. We are looking forward to mentoring and developing your skills in the growing horizontal / infrastructure market! You will work with an international MEI team and Senior Engineers around the company through our intraoffice staff utilization program. Thus, growing your skills beyond the state and country for which you work. 

 As the successful new hire, you will join a highly collaborative international team of Electrical Engineers. You will not only work on projects in the region but beyond! This diverse project experience will help grow your knowledge and expertise outside of your local region. You will work with team members locally and across the company. You will also work with team members from other disciplines to integrate your designs and complete highly technical projects.

 About Moffatt & Nichol: 

 Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023. 

 Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy. 

 Duties and responsibilities:

 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Assist in the completion of electrical designs to support firm-wide projects by working with Project Managers (any discipline) and electrical teammates
• Assist project managers by providing design calculations, design drawings, and project specifications for the following but not limited to:
  • Medium/low voltage power distribution systems
  • Lighting systems
  • Lightning protection systems
  • Grounding systems
  • Communications systems
  • Electrical equipment design (including switchboards and switchgear)
  • Selective coordination and arc flash studies
• Assist with the electrical designs of multidiscipline projects
• Participate in companywide Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes

 Other duties: 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with two or more years of related experience OR master’s degree in electrical engineering with Entry Level experience in:
• Engineer in Training Certification within 1 year of hire
• Medium/low voltage power distribution systems
  • Grounding systems
  • Lighting systems
  • Communications systems 
  • Electrical equipment design (including switchboards and switchgear)
  • Selective coordination and arc flash studies
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit is required
• Experience with ETAP/EasyPower and AGI32 preferred
• US Citizenship required
• Ability and willingness to travel to local job sites and occasionally other Moffatt & Nichol offices
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

 Physical requirements:

 Work is generally performed in an office or client office setting. Ability to use standard office equipment is required. 

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment.  Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW 

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