Electrical Engineer - Power & Energy

Clark Nexsen is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Power & Energy in Virginia Beach, VA, to join their Energy Consulting Team. The role involves overseeing electrical engineering for renewable energy projects, including solar and microgrids. Responsibilities include design, client meetings, project coordination, quality control, and mentoring staff. The position requires expertise in electrical systems and a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency.
Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.


Position Summary: Clark Nexsen is seeking an Electrical Engineer (P&E) who is passionate about energy performance and sustainability in the built environment to join our Energy Consulting Team. Our Energy Consulting Team provides design and consulting services related to decarbonization, renewable energy, microgrids, and energy efficiency projects. We are driven to make the world a better place through our work.


An Electrical Engineer (P&E) will be responsible for performing, directing, and supervising all aspects of Electrical Engineering on multi-discipline energy design projects with an in-depth knowledge of electrical systems and equipment selection for solar, BESS, power generation, microgrid systems, microgrid/SCADA controls, microgrid technology, other renewable energy sources, and grid management.


General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following



Performing all aspects of electrical engineering design (specifically power distribution) as a Senior or Lead Engineer, including Conceptual Studies, Program Requirements, Design Analyses, Calculations, Equipment selection and layout, and System selection and layout for energy design and site electrical utilities with minimal direction from supervising staff
Meeting with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work for energy design electrical engineering services
Providing oversight and coordination of energy electrical engineering projects and the electrical engineering portion of multi-discipline projects, and working with assigned Project Managers to meet client’s budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines
Coordinating, supervising, and communicating all aspects of energy electrical design within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that electrical design details integrate properly with all other disciplines represented on the design team
Directing, supervising, training, and ensuring quality control of electrical engineers, EIT’s, and designers
Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures and providing electrical engineering QC reviews for other engineers and designers
Preparing and supervising the preparation of accurate and complete energy electrical project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents
Performing and supervising energy electrical engineering support services during the bidding process, such as preparing addenda, amendments, and responding to RFI’s
Performing and directing electrical engineering construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI’s, reviewing shop drawings and preparing As-built drawings, etc. as directed
Providing technical input to the energy engineering design such as value engineering and industry best practices
Working independently with limited direction, but collaboratively with other engineers and designers
Mentoring of engineering staff to foster their professional development
Actively support Company marketing and business development activities, particularly the Energy Consulting Team
Providing technical guidance to electrical staff
Assisting with the development of new and/or revised processes and procedures
Performing other responsibilities as assigned by the Energy Consulting Team’s Managing Principal and Project Managers







Required Skills



Ability to prepare effective and concise documents
Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
Ability to travel an average of 25% of the time
Possess technical precision and creative design skills
Possess demonstrated ability to lead by example, teaching and mentoring less experienced staff and working well with others in a team environment
Establish and nurture relationships with federal and local government, institutional, commercial and academic stakeholders to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the field of sustainable central energy plant integration and design.
Design medium voltage power systems, including campus wide upgrades, building upgrades, and underground distribution systems.
Lead efforts to connect net zero buildings and microgrids to the power grid, ensuring seamless integration while adhering to relevant regulations and standards.
Provide expert guidance and solutions on power systems and utilities, microgrid design, and grid interconnection to internal teams, clients and partners.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends related to energy integration and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
Manage projects related to utility connections and microgrid integration from conception to implementation, ensuring they align with sustainability goals.
Oversee and direct electrical engineering design teams in planning, analysis and delivery of construction and specification documents.
Ensure all projects adhere to local, state and federal regulations, and collaborate with regulatory bodies as needed.
Proficient in MS Office Software
Proficient in discipline specific design software
Strong project management skills and the ability to lead a team of electrical engineers and designers
Excellent communication and presentation skills







Required Experience



Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4, 5, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:

Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Technology

Professional Engineering licensure in Electrical Engineering is required
7+ years of significant design and practice experience in a leadership role with an Energy firm, Electrical Utility, Electrical firm, MEP firm, or multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm with substantial knowledge of applicable codes and standards as well as electrical engineering experience in an energy setting
In-depth knowledge of electrical systems and equipment selection for solar, BESS, power generation, microgrid systems, microgrid/SCADA controls, microgrid technology, other renewable energy sources, and grid management
Familiarity with sustainability practices and net-zero building principles

Preferred Experience



Active participation in IEEE is desirable
Working knowledge and direct experience with design and production software to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software is highly desirable
Strong experience in the design of medium-voltage power distribution, generation facilities, smart grid facilities, photovoltaic systems, EV charging stations, BESS systems, and SCADA/PLC controls is desirable
Specific software includes:

SKM Power Tools or Equivalent
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
Revit


Working Conditions


At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. JMT offers a hybrid work schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.