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Electrical Engineer (Engineer IV)
Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a leading public agency in the Fairfax, VA area, is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Engineer IV) to join their team! This long-term contract role offers stability, competitive pay, and the opportunity to manage impactful public facility projects.
Location: Fairfax, VA
Department: Facilities Management
Salary Range: Minimum: $41.02/hr, Maximum: $68.36/hr
Type: Contract
Position Summary
Lead complex capital and non-capital projects across a wide range of public facilities. This is a high-impact role for a licensed Professional Engineer who thrives in both office and field environments and is passionate about public infrastructure, sustainability, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a leading public agency in the Fairfax, VA area, is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Engineer IV) to join their team! This long-term contract role offers stability, competitive pay, and the opportunity to manage impactful public facility projects.
Location: Fairfax, VA
Department: Facilities Management
Salary Range: Minimum: $41.02/hr, Maximum: $68.36/hr
Type: Contract
Position Summary
Lead complex capital and non-capital projects across a wide range of public facilities. This is a high-impact role for a licensed Professional Engineer who thrives in both office and field environments and is passionate about public infrastructure, sustainability, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, review, and implementation of electrical systems, including generators, life safety systems, solar PV, and EV infrastructure.
- Manage large-scale engineering projects in occupied facilities, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
- Serve as a subject matter expert across departments, providing technical guidance and oversight.
- Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and budget constraints.
- Sign and seal engineering documents as a licensed PE.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering.
- Required:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in Electrical Engineering (or eligible for reciprocity within 6 months)
- Preferred:
- Experience in commercial power distribution, energy management, and mission-critical systems
- Strong background in contract and project management
- Electrical system design, validation, and optimization
- Life safety systems and photovoltaic (solar) systems
- Familiarity with energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Comfortable working in both office and active construction site environments
- Ability to climb ladders, access confined spaces, and lift/push up to 25 lbs
- Must be mobile and able to work in extreme temperatures and on active job sites
Salary : $41 - $68