$5,000 Sign-On Bonus* Provides senior level leadership and is responsible for the overall development and management of large scale and/or multiple complex capital and non-capital projects for and in occupied spaces or development and management of cross- functional capital renewal projects for and in occupied spaces that require working with all department and/or county levels and groups specific to the project design and implementation to address specific business needs. Responsible and authorized to lead design projects and resolve construction issues as primary representative of Fairfax County. Establishes project objectives and performance standards. Performs difficult professional engineering work in managing and participating in the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical, generator and life safety equipment and systems (new, renovation and renewal). Performs review and analysis of plans and specifications for electrical, generator, and life safety features and compliance with code requirements.  Serves as department subject matter expert and subject matter expert to multiple other county departments and agencies. As a registered professional engineer, leverages a strong technical background, excellence in design, attention to detail and quality control to perform and review electrical engineering calculations, reports, construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and budgets for commercial building electrical, generator and life safety systems and/or components. As a licensed professional electrical engineer signs and seals own work product. Ensures the timely completion of projects assigned consistent with quality standards of the Facilities Management Department (FMD) and industry standards, as well as, ensuring projects are financially and operationally viable and completed in a cost-efficient manner. Duties are performed under the guidance and general direction of the Project Coordinator (Principal Engineer) and/or Division Director of Design, Engineering and Construction. * This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $5,000. Note: This position is designated an “Essential Employee.” Night and weekend wok hours may be required.   Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”) Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus, four years of progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering or architectural field. Possession of a valid Virginia Professional Engineer or Architect license is required.CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Driver's licensePossession of a Virginia electrical professional engineer license. Professional Engineer - PEAn individual who possesses a valid professional electrical engineer license in another state will be granted a temporary six-month exemption to this requirement pending the board for professional engineers decision regarding that individual's application for reciprocity. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:B.S. in electrical engineer with a strong background in commercial power distribution project, construction and energy management. Thorough knowledge of mission critical power distribution and backup systems. Strong background in energy management informing, validating, and optimizing commercial power distribution and lighting systems design and operation. Strong contract management skills. Strong staff management skills.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to climb ladders, access tight spaces, crawl, reach, lift 25 lbs, push 25lbs, etc. ability to work with extended exposure to outside environment including harsh weather as well as inside environments of extreme heat and cold. Dexterity to use hand tools. Must be able to access facility equipment and equipment rooms. Must be able to communicate by phone. Must be mobile to access active construction sites. Must communicate with others verbally and in writing. Must drive a motor vehicle. Vision to see detail drawings, construction and discern color. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview and may include practical exercise.The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spani­­sh, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunityFairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.   Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.