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Electrical Engineer - Aviation

Tampa, Florida, United States of America | Dallas, Texas, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer – Aviation to join our team in Tampa, FL, or Dallas, TX.

We are seeking an experienced Airport Electrical Engineer (4–8 years) to join our Aviation Electrical team. In this role, you will support and lead airfield electrical design projects, bringing your technical expertise to runways, taxiways, NAVAIDS, approach lighting, and related airport development programs.

Your role

You will take on more advanced, independent, and leadership‑oriented responsibilities than an entry‑level engineer, including:

  • Lead or support the planning, design, and production of airfield electrical engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.

  • Develop airfield lighting and electrical system designs (e.g., runways, taxiways, aprons, ALCMS, vaults, NAVAIDS, and supporting utilities).

  • Conduct engineering investigations, calculations, and feasibility studies, applying FAA Advisory Circulars, NEC, and relevant airport design standards.

  • Perform site visits and field observations of construction, resolving technical issues and supporting clients and contractors during implementation.

  • Review shop drawings, submittals, photometric analyses, and contractor RFIs.

  • Coordinate design deliverables with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structures, planning).

  • Prepare reports, permitting documents, cost estimates, and design narratives.

  • Mentor junior engineers, supporting their development and reviewing their work.

  • Uphold engineering ethics and contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment.

Transportation Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-151724

Salary range

-

About you

  • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or any other related field of study.

  • EIT required, PE preferred or ability to obtain within 1–2 years.

  • Experience preparing plans, specifications, and engineering calculations.

  • Requires minimum four (4) years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in aviation or transportation infrastructure.

  • Demonstrated experience with airfield lighting, airfield electrical systems, or airport‑related electrical design (preferred).

  • Strong understanding of FAA Advisory Circulars, airfield electrical standards, and applicable codes (NEC, NFPA).

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam, preferred.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing high‑quality technical documents.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $85,000-$120,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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