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Senior Electrical Engineer

APTIM

Knoxville, Tennessee, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

Job Overview

APTIM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team of engineering professionals serving Government and Commercial programs. APTIM is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, construction, scientific program, and project management services, delivering safe and sustainable solutions across environmental and infrastructure markets. This role involves critical thinking applied to planning, procurement, design, construction, and commissioning phases of projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce complete electrical design documentation including drawings, specifications, and calculations.
  • May serve in a project leadership role and supervise lower level personnel.
  • Resolve complex problems through detailed data analysis and sound judgment.
  • Coordinate with Engineers and Designers for multi-discipline design packages.
  • Assist in initial planning, design, procurement and construction phases.
  • Ensure adherence to engineering codes, standards, and company policies.
  • Travel to work sites and company offices for engineering support and client meetings.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
  • 10+ years related experience with a solid understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals.
  • Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and ANSI codes and standards.
  • Professional Engineering license or potential to obtain one shortly after hire.
  • Ability to obtain a DOE security clearance and U.S. Citizenship.
  • Strong computer skills with Office and engineering analysis software (ETAP, SKM, Visual, etc.).
  • Experience with CADD systems (AutoCAD, REVIT, MicroStation) is preferred.
  • Field, factory, or construction experience is a strong plus.

About APTIM

APTIM serves diverse Government and Commercial clients through integrated services. Watch our video: About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better

Key skills/competency

  • electrical design
  • project leadership
  • problem solving
  • multi-discipline coordination
  • planning
  • construction support
  • code compliance
  • engineering documentation
  • procurement support
  • client engagement

How to Get Hired at APTIM

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research APTIM's background: Review company projects and services.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight electrical design and leadership.
  • Prepare for technical questions: Brush up on NEC and IEEE codes.
  • Showcase multi-discipline experience: Include examples from prior projects.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review NEC, IEEE, and ANSI standards.
Practice electrical calculations and design software.
Update skills in AutoCAD and REVIT.
Study case studies on multi-discipline projects.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time of project teamwork.
Explain a challenging technical problem resolved.
Discuss instances of supervising junior engineers.
Share experience handling multi-project stress.