| Location | Sterling, VA |
| Salary | $150,000 Per Year |
The Engineering Team Lead located in Sterling, VA is an engineering management position responsible for providing technical oversight, managing design teams, and leading assigned engineering projects. This role oversees project finances, resource allocation, logistics, and technical execution while mentoring and developing engineering staff.
The Engineering Team Lead ensures projects meet technical requirements, design standards, and project objectives while coordinating with project managers, clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
Evaluate project requirements and develop engineering design fees based on the requested scope of work.
Develop and oversee work plans for engineering and production resources.
Manage and provide technical oversight to Engineers, Designers, and Modeling staff assigned to projects.
Communicate with Project Managers and executives regarding project requirements, resource needs, expected deliverables, and support requirements.
Develop requests for additional services for submission to Project Managers or project owners when needed.
Lead engineering change and coordination efforts in collaboration with the project management team.
Analyze and resolve complex engineering challenges, including conflicting design requirements, material limitations, and difficult coordination issues.
Oversee project coordination with city, state, and county officials, as well as other regulatory agencies.
Attend project design meetings with the overall Design-Build team.
Conduct job site visits to review installations and assess existing conditions.
Perform value engineering studies to improve project efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and constructability.
Serve as the Engineer of Record for projects within the assigned scope of responsibility.
Mentor, train, and support the professional development of engineering staff.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned based on project and business unit needs.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, architectural engineering, or construction sciences.
Typically, a minimum of 8 years of engineering experience.
Active U.S.-based Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
Field experience strongly recommended.
A combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
Leadership: Ability to lead a diverse team and drive projects toward successful completion.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to achieve project goals.
Strong knowledge of electrical engineering processes and calculations, including load calculations, equipment layouts, normal and emergency standby distribution, high- and medium-voltage distribution, lighting layouts and calculations, power and lighting controls, utility coordination, grounding, and value engineering.
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, building codes, and industry standards.
Working knowledge of electrical equipment and system testing and commissioning.
Ability to oversee electrical system studies, including short-circuit analysis, overcurrent protection, arc-flash studies, voltage drop calculations, and underground thermal calculations.
Understanding of electrical construction practices and how engineering design packages are implemented in the field.
Familiarity with local building codes and regulatory requirements in the areas where projects are located.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex engineering and design problems.
Experience with work planning, resource allocation, fee development, and project execution.
Ability to oversee staff performance, provide mentorship, and support employee development and career advancement.
Ability to take ownership of projects and coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while adapting to changing project requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel; Oracle experience preferred.
Ability to work effectively under time constraints and changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels, management, vendors, clients, trade partners, and other project stakeholders.
Up to 25% travel, excluding local field visits.
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