Electrical Engineer - Aviation

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Electrical Engineer - Aviation to join our team!

The Electrical Engineer supports the planning, design coordination, and delivery of electrical infrastructure for airport and airfield projects. The role ensures electrical systems are compliant with aviation standards and support safe, reliable airport operations.

What You'll Be Doing;

• Support electrical engineering activities across airport and airfield infrastructure projects.

• Coordinate with consultants and contractors to ensure proper design and installation of electrical systems.

• Monitor electrical works progress and provide technical support during construction.

• Review and coordinate electrical systems including; Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL), Runway and Taxiway Lighting Systems, Approach Lighting Systems, Airfield Electrical Vaults, Power Distribution Systems (MV/LV), Backup Power Systems (Generators), UPS Systems, Substations and Transformers, Lighting Systems (terminal, landside, airside), Earthing and Lightning Protection, Electrical systems for navigational aids (coordination)

• Review electrical design drawings, specifications, calculations, and shop drawings.

• Ensure integration with civil, mechanical, and ICT systems.

• Verify compliance with international airport design standards.

• Monitor installation works and ensure compliance with design specifications.

• Review contractor method statements and inspection test plans.

• Participate in inspections and site audits.

• Support testing and commissioning of electrical systems.

• Participate in energization and operational readiness activities.

• Ensure proper documentation for handover.

• Coordinate with airport operator, aviation authorities, design consultants, and contractors.

• Participate in technical meetings and project coordination workshops.

• Ensure electrical systems comply with; ICAO standards, FAA / EASA airfield lighting guidelines, IATA recommendations, IEC / IEEE electrical standards, Local authority regulations

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 8 years of electrical engineering experience.

• Experience in airport infrastructure or large infrastructure projects.

• Experience with airfield lighting systems preferred.

• Electrical power systems design and coordination

• Airfield Ground Lighting knowledge

• Electrical design review

• Construction supervision

• Stakeholder coordination

• Understanding of aviation infrastructure standards

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