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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE POSITION</strong></p>\n<p>Electrical Engineering Lead | Energy Evolution Practice | VHB | Any VHB Office | Hybrid</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>VHB is looking to add an experienced Electrical Engineer Lead (physical electrical) with extensive substation experience to our growing Energy Engineering practice. The position would work with other practice groups in VHB, including civil and structural engineering, environmental, planning, and regulatory groups primarily as part of an integrated team supporting energy project design, permitting, and delivery. 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Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.  </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><em>VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.</em></p>\n<p><em>#LI-DB2</em></p>\n<p><em>#LI-Hybrid</em></p>",
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