Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Engineers in the utilities industry play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing systems related to water, electricity, gas, and other utilities. They are responsible for ensuring these systems are efficient, safe, and sustainable, and they might also be involved in the development of new technologies or methods for delivering utilities to consumers. These professionals may work on projects that involve the construction or maintenance of utility infrastructure, such as power plants, water treatment facilities, or gas pipelines.

Their work requires a strong background in engineering principles, as well as specific knowledge of the utility systems they work with. Important skills for this role include problem-solving, project management, and communication. They should ideally have certifications such as Professional Engineering (PE) license and Certified Energy Manager (CEM). Prior to becoming an engineer in the utilities industry, a person might start as a junior engineer or a technician in the utilities sector, gaining experience with the practical aspects of the job. They could also work as an Engineering Intern or an Assistant Engineer, allowing them to learn more about the industry and develop their skills under the guidance of more experienced professionals.

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Field Service Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Your Day to Day As a Field Service Engineer, you would be working on: + Being responsible to ensure customer network environment compatibility with our UCC Products. + Onboarding accounts inside of...

Field Service Engineer - Baltimore/DC and surrounding areas

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Engage with internal and external stakeholders, understanding and meeting their requirements, while also helping train newer Field Service Engineers....

Remote Work

Senior Wastewater Engineer / Project Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

of experience required in water/wastewater discipline, particularly as a water/wastewater engineer designing (study, plans and specifications) water and/or wastewater infrastructure (i.e. treatment...

Principal Technical Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer (Principal Level)

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

For the Principal Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer (Principal Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $120,963 - $139,115 (USD)....

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER - Mahwah, NJ

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

The Field Service Engineer is responsible for supporting revenue growth by identifying and submitting qualified leads, while maintaining relationships and representing Cytiva while at customer sites...

Remote Work

Nuclear Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Nuclear Engineer The Opportunity: Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies while serving as a strategic technical advisor to energy clients....

Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid

  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Valued but not required skills and experience: + Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training. + Proficiency with any of the following...

Project Geotechnical Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

Description Delve Underground is a leader in underground and heavy civil engineering serving the transportation, water, wastewater, and energy industries....

Remote Work

Vertical Systems Engineer - Energy & Utilities

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

+ A minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in a related field at a technology integrator, OEM, or energy and utilities client + Architectural and technical experience with applications,...

Sr Lead Salesforce Field Service Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

**The Main Responsibilities** + Design and implement solutions on Salesforce Field Service (FSL) and the SFS Mobile App + Customize Field Service Lightning components + Develop scalable solutions using...

Remote Work

Senior Power Systems Engineer 2

  • DC
  • 21 days ago
  • DC
  • 21 days ago

Requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree....

Lead Power Systems Engineer 2

  • DC
  • 21 days ago
  • DC
  • 21 days ago

Requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree....

Field Service Engineer - West DC (MD,VA)

  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago

Preferred: Experience within Healthcare or Medical Device industry The Key Working Relationships Internal Partners: Field Service: Field Service Engineer Associates, Senior Field Service Engineers,...

Power Systems Engineer - Electric Power

  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago

Power Systems Engineer - Electric Power (Remote) Position Description: Designs, modifies, develops, writes, and implements software-programming for generator control switchgear applications....

Remote Work

Water Resources Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

Engineer in Training (EIT) with plans to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in the future. 2-10 years of experience in civil design with a focus on water, wastewater, drainage, and site development...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireUtilities research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Engineers in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Master's Degree
24.9%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.5%
High School or GED
9.0%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Engineers in District of Columbia
2-4 years
31.8%
4-6 years
31.8%
10+ years
13.6%
1-2 years
9.1%
8-10 years
4.5%
Less than 1 year
4.5%
None
4.5%


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