Field Electrical Engineer

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Job Description:

T5 Program Summary: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5 (T5) to Parsons in April 2023. Parsons is the prime contractor. This $1.8+ billion contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities that support the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and certain reimbursable programs, the FAA NextGen Program, national security programs, and aviation safety. Specifically, work includes site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, drafting, contract surveillance, and other technical services as required. Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions as well as the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey and in several U.S. territories. An average staff of 500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work.

Parsons is looking for a talented Field Electrical Engineer to join our team! In this role you will provide infrastructure engineering support to construction/installation crews.

Responsibilities include:

• Field identification and planning of fixtures, equipment and system layouts
• Validating designs against actual field conditions and resolving discrepancies
• Conducting field surveys, inspections, and data collection to support design and construction
• Interpreting drawings, specifications, and technical documents for field personnel
• Supporting installation, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of systems, fixtures and equipment
• Coordinating with other disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, architectural), other contractors, and subcontractors
• Preparing/redlining drawings, design calculations, quantities, and construction documentation
• Preparing site survey reports, field reports, maintaining project records, and documenting as‑built conditions
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and local codes
• Adhering to Parsons safety, quality, and documentation procedures
• Performing other engineering duties as assigned
• This role anticipates 40-50% CONUS travel. There will be no dedicated office location; when not on travel, work will be performed remotely.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Four (4)+ years of relevant engineering experience in electrical engineering, electrical construction, electrical inspection, field engineering, facilities engineering, or infrastructure projects
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, specifications, equipment schedules, and technical documents
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards, such as the National Electrical Code NEC, NFPA standards, IEEE standards, and federal or project-specific requirements
• Ability to travel nationwide and work on active construction sites in varying field conditions
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to pass required background checks
• Strong communication and coordination skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and clients
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and valid driver’s license

Preferred Skills

• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT/FE) certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience supporting construction activities, field investigations, and resolution of field issues
• Experience interfacing directly with client and other stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic electronic documentation tools
• OSHA 30‑hour safety training
• Prior experience on federal, transportation, aviation, or large infrastructure projects
• Experience with Bluebeam markup software
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in remote and field environments
• Experience in requirements development and specification writing

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $63,600.00 - $111,300.00

We 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, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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!

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