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Electrical Engineer

San Antonio, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • electrical engineering
  • power distribution
  • lighting
  • grounding/bonding
  • backup power
  • metering
  • utility-interface
  • electrical construction
  • test records
  • technical criteria

Nice to have

  • PE
  • Texas licensure
  • federal facilities
  • campus power
  • modular MEP
  • emergency power

Role summary

Parsons is seeking an Electrical Engineer for their Owner’s Advisor team supporting the Medical Enlisted Training Campus (METC) Recapitalization Program at Joint Base San Antonio–Fort Sam Houston. This role involves providing owner-side electrical engineering support for building distribution, power reliability, campus connections, and modular integration. Responsibilities include reviewing electrical designs, assessing load capacity, evaluating submittals, and supporting testing and commissioning. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 8+ years of experience in building electrical systems and experience reviewing power distribution designs and electrical construction. Experience with federal facilities and a PE license are desired.

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Owner’s Advisor team supporting the Medical Enlisted Training Campus (METC) Recapitalization Program at Joint Base San Antonio–Fort Sam Houston. This mission-critical initiative will deliver five modern dormitory facilities for up to 6,000 joint-service medical students and the associated infrastructure.

Working alongside government leaders, military stakeholders, designers, and contractors, you will help manage risk, protect the government’s interests, and support the successful delivery of a high-profile Progressive Design-Build program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark campus, advance innovative delivery methods, and help shape the future of large-scale Air Force infrastructure programs.


What You'll Be Doing:


  • Provide owner-side electrical engineering support for building distribution, power reliability, campus connections, and modular integration.
  • Coordinate electrical and life-safety system interfaces with qualified specialists and the Government.
  • Review electrical distribution, lighting, grounding/bonding, backup power, metering, and utility-interface designs.
  • Assess load capacity, equipment ratings, coordination studies, maintainability, and approved performance requirements.
  • Review factory/site electrical boundaries, connectors, penetrations, energization sequencing, and test responsibilities.
  • Evaluate electrical submittals, RFIs, substitutions, technical changes, and nonconformance dispositions.
  • Coordinate power, fire alarm, controls, and communications interfaces with responsible designers and FRCS personnel.
  • Support electrical testing, energization readiness, integrated commissioning, training, and turnover documentation.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:


  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program and 8+ years of building electrical systems experience.
  • Experience reviewing power distribution designs, electrical construction, test records, and relevant technical criteria.
  • Ability to interpret one-lines, load calculations, protection studies, grounding details, and equipment documentation.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to JBSA Fort Sam Houston.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, collaborate across disciplines, and handle project information in approved systems.
  • Ability to maintain a one team mentality amongst all stakeholders.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:


  • Active PE; Texas licensure or ability to obtain it if required for assigned professional services.
  • Federal facilities, campus power, modular MEP, emergency power, and integrated life-safety testing experience.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis 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, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 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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