Power Engineer

Location: US - VA, Arlington

Remote Type: Office

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Power Engineer to join our team!

What You'll Be Doing:

• The Power Engineer serves as a member of a team responsible for the design, installation, operation, and lifecycle maintenance of advanced countermeasures systems, primarily at overseas diplomatic facilities.

• The engineer builds and configures countermeasures to ensure proper functionality and operation, and manages hardware and software configuration changes to ensure interoperability of highly technical equipment.

• Responsibilities include providing technical support for all phases of countermeasures systems—pre-installation, installation, and post-installation—and coordinating all reporting, including pre- and post-trip technical reports and summaries.

• The Power Engineer assists in the evaluation and development of new countermeasure systems and test equipment, documents capabilities, identifies potential limitations, and makes recommendations for improvement.

• The engineer supports the training of Department of State personnel in the maintenance, installation, and operation of specific countermeasures, and can conduct independent research on emerging technologies, as well as laboratory or field testing with minimal oversight.

• Additional duties include assisting in the drafting and review of technical security policies and operational guidelines, facilitating their integration into Department of State facilities, gathering information on new technologies, and participating in project design and review meetings.

• The engineer writes detailed reports, assists with the generation of user manuals and other documentation, and drafts surveys for new installations.

• The role also includes coordinating travel and site support, assisting with equipment upgrades, repairs, and replacements, and providing user training on multiple systems.

• The successful candidate must be able to read, interpret, and create electrical and electromechanical schematics.

• The Power Engineer is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition, to support technical and operational requirements.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

• Minimum ten years of work experience in power, electrical engineering, or physics.

• Demonstrated experience working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Project, Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Understanding of Internet of Things (IoT), operational technology (OT), security systems, and current industry trends.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, demonstrating a positive attitude.

• Strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task efficiently, and work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.

• Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical and electromechanical schematics, including building systems drawings.

• Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, C++, or other programming languages is a plus

Travel Requirements:

• 10-25% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required for program coordination.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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