Job Description

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.  

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• Lead oversight of project engineering solutions for LV and MV power in commercial/industrial buildings; corroborates/coordinates with other design team members including client, site/civil and mechanical engineers to ensure electrical systems are integrated with the project’s goals.
• Lead the design, design oversight, and execution of low to medium voltage (typically 1kV to 35kV) distribution systems for infrastructure. Responsible for developing and coordinating system reliability plans through assessments, design review and power system studies. 
• System Design: Develop detailed engineering designs for systems, including the review/selection and specification of transformers, switchgear, breakers, and cables.
• Protection Schemes: Review/Design protection and control (P&C) schemes. This includes developing protective relay settings (e.g., SEL or Basler) and creating relaying diagrams and control schematics.
• Prior experience in facilities infrastructure and/or utility-scale microgrids.
• Execute electrical designs in accordance with the company's standards and specific client standards where applicable. 
• Understanding of electrical distribution equipment and workspace requirements; general power associated with mission critical data centers and experience with office, laboratories and secure facilities; lighting layout, circuitry and lighting controls.
• Use Revit to model electrical system components in accordance with the departments and client’s procedures and standards 
• Prepare backup documentation to support design efforts including but not limited to load calculations, voltage drop calculations, lighting power density using ComCheckEZ and lighting illumination levels. 
• Maintains strong understanding of applicable Codes and Standards

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.

Required Skills and Education

•    Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
•    15+ years’ experience and designing electrical systems in high performance facilities.
•    Proficient in computer use and software’s including, but not limited to; AutoCAD, Revit, Excel, Word, Bluebeam, Navisworks. 
•    Communcation 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 Skills and Education

• 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

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience