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Electrical Engineer - Sr Principal - Facilities

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Austin, TX, USA
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Lead engineering solutions for LV and MV power in facilities, ensuring system integration, preparing designs, and maintaining compliance with codes and standards. Requires extensive experience and proficiency in electrical design software.
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Job Description
At BAE Systems, our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future, and you can too. As part of our Plant Engineering Team, our flexible work environment provides you a chance to support these endeavors without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect US®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
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  • Lead oversight of project engineering solutions for LV and MV power in commercial/industrial buildings; corroborates/coordinates with other design team members including client, site/civil and mechanical engineers to ensure electrical systems are integrated with the project's goals.
  • Lead the design, design oversight, and execution of low to medium voltage (typically 1kV to 35kV) distribution systems for infrastructure. Responsible for developing and coordinating system reliability plans through assessments, design review and power system studies.
  • System Design: Develop detailed engineering designs for systems, including the review/selection and specification of transformers, switchgear, breakers, and cables.
  • Protection Schemes: Review/Design protection and control (P&C) schemes. This includes developing protective relay settings (e.g., SEL or Basler) and creating relaying diagrams and control schematics.
  • Prior experience in facilities infrastructure and/or utility-scale microgrids.
  • Execute electrical designs in accordance with the company's standards and specific client standards where applicable.
  • Understanding of electrical distribution equipment and workspace requirements; general power associated with mission critical data centers and experience with office, laboratories and secure facilities; lighting layout, circuitry and lighting controls.
  • Use Revit to model electrical system components in accordance with the departments and client's procedures and standards
  • Prepare backup documentation to support design efforts including but not limited to load calculations, voltage drop calculations, lighting power density using ComCheckEZ and lighting illumination levels.
  • Maintains strong understanding of applicable Codes and Standards

Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.• 15+ years' experience and designing electrical systems in high performance facilities.• Proficient in computer use and software's including, but not limited to; AutoCAD, Revit, Excel, Word, Bluebeam, Navisworks. • Communcation skills sufficient to work directly with directors, managers and customers, so professionalism is necessary.• Background in engineering design of electrical systems as well as the components of distribution• Ability to use good judgement and make decisions with authority.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience in execution of large-scale, multi-year capital projects
  • Professional Engineering license is a plus.
  • Demonstrated success developing direct reports through effective leadership and the setting of realistic but challenging goals
  • Experience with construction and renovation projects. Aerospace and defense industry requiring adherence to specific ICDs and DoD construction standards is a plus
  • Proficiency with construction design software solutions such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam Revu

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

BAE Systems, Inc. Austin, Texas, USA Office

825 E. Howard Lane, Austin, TX, United States, 78753

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