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Facilities Senior Principal Electrical Engineer

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Hybrid
Austin, TX
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Austin, TX
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Leads electrical engineering design for large-scale building and facilities projects, including power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and standby systems. Coordinates multidisciplinary designs, manages budgets and scope, ensures code compliance, reviews technical deliverables, and leads electrical teams. Performs construction administration, site surveys, field reports, RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, conceptual studies, and staff development across commercial, healthcare, government, mission-critical, and specialty projects.
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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.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Execute electrical designs in accordance with the Engineering Procedures and Standards and specific client standards where applicable.
  • Works in conjunction with Manager, Sr. Principal, Project Managers and Electrical Team Leader plan the work and balance deliverables with budgets.
  • Maintains understanding of project schedule, status and technical issues. Review all designs issued prior to client submission with supervisor and Department Head.
  • Able to lead technical team and deliver design for various clients. Provide support to assigned staff on technical and administrative issues.
  • Maintains strong understanding of all associated Codes and Standards and ensure compliance in all Team activities.
  • Continuously improves the Team's deliverable quality, communications, attitude and efficiency.
  • Will be responsible for the design of power distribution, lighting, emergency and standby power supply in accordance to all applicable NEC codes and standards.
  • Develop and evaluate best engineering solutions for projects, including commercial, mission critical, healthcare, science, technology, government and specialty markets
  • Works as part of project team in the production of engineering solutions for large scale and complex building projects, corroborates/coordinates with other design team members including architect, mechanical or structural engineers to ensure electrical systems are integrated with the project's goals
  • Manage budgets and scope of work
  • Perform Construction Administration tasks such as field visits and subsequent issuance of field reports, responding to RFIs and reviewing shop drawings.
  • Perform studies associated with conceptual designs which may require site surveys of existing conditions, system sizing and definition of required space for anticipated electrical equipment
  • Perform other duties as assigned
OPERATIONS & STAFF DEVELOPMENT
  • Actively manages technical tasks and project efforts within the Electrical Team in close coordination with the Engineering team balancing deliverables, company expectations and budget based upon the allocated fee.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Proficient in computer use and software's including, but not limited to; AutoCAD, Revit, Excel, Word, Bluebeam, Navisworks.
  • Communication 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
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
  • 12-15 years' experience and designing electrical systems in high performance facilities.
  • 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.

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