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Associate Electrical Engineer
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$175,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Associate Electrical Engineer| $160k-$190k + Excellent Package Mission-Critical, Datacenter, Healthcare & Federal Projects Sterling, VA | Flexible Hybrid A leading employee-owned engineering and construction firm is seeking an Associate Electrical Enginee r to provide senior technical leadership across complex, high-impact projects in the datacenter, healthcare, mission-critical, and federal markets. This is a key leadership role for a seasoned engineer who wants influence — over design quality, technical standards, team development, and project success — while remaining engaged in technically challenging work. The role offers a clearly defined career path and would be ideal for an existing Senior or Lead Electrical Engineer looking to step into an Associate-level position, or an established Associate seeking a pathway toward Principal-level leadership. Key Responsibilities Act as the electrical engineering authority on major projects from concept through construction Serve as the lead electrical design professional during project team meetings and client engagements Ensure engineering standards, codes, and best practices are consistently applied across projects Support project pursuits, technical presentations, and high-level client discussions Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical oversight for less-experienced engineers and designers Stay current on industry trends, codes, emerging technologies, and mission-critical electrical design requirements Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field Professional Engineer (PE) license required Strong expertise in electrical systems design, including power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and critical infrastructure systems Experience leading electrical design efforts on large commercial, healthcare, federal, mission-critical, or datacenter projects preferred Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, and applicable industry standards Why This role 100% employee-owned company with strong financial performance and long-term stability Opportunity to shape engineering standards, mentor future leaders, and influence project delivery Very flexible hybrid schedule in the DC Metro area Clear progression path toward Principal-level leadership Compensation & Benefits Annual performance-based bonus 401(k) with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate vesting Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% employer-paid for employee) Paid parental leave Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time Company-paid professional development, licenses, certifications, and association memberships Wellness programs and comprehensive insurance coverage (life, disability, AD&D) This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Design team, going through an exciting phase of growth. Apply below to learn more!