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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionGeneral SummaryThe Electrical Project Engineer is a licensed professional responsible for managing and executing the design and engineering of electrical systems for commercial, retail, and institutional building projects. This role ensures all work complies with applicable codes, design standards, and project expectations. It requires advanced technical expertise, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams across multiple project phases.The Project Engineer may serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) on designated projects and will contribute to quality control, drawing reviews, and project coordination. As a senior technical resource, this position also supports the development of design standards and provides oversight and mentorship to junior staff.Supervisory Responsibilities
Limited supervisory responsibilities.
Delegate and oversee design work performed by designers and junior staff.
Review drawing packages and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and code compliance.
Provide coaching and technical guidance to less experienced team members.
Essential DutiesTechnical Engineering & Design
Design and engineer electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems (data, telephone, audiovisual).
Perform and review engineering calculations (short circuits, photometric, load, voltage drop, equipment sizing).
Develop and oversee creation of one-line diagrams, panel schedules, lighting layouts, and fire alarm layouts.
Prepare complete project documentation including drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Establish design criteria and standards based on code requirements, client specifications, and best practices.
Engineering Judgment & Oversight
Serve as Engineer of Record for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with licensure and regulatory requirements.
Supervise the production of construction documents and perform drawing reviews.
Project Execution & Coordination
Assist in setting scopes, schedules, and budgets for electrical engineering tasks.
Attend and actively participate in project meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and code officials.
Translate engineering tasks into labor hour and resource requirements.
Manage time effectively across multiple concurrent projects.
Construction Support & Field Work
Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and manage construction administration tasks.
Conduct onsite inspections to verify installations against design documents.
Maintain documentation of field changes and coordinate revisions to as-built drawings.
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to deliver cohesive, code-compliant designs.
Perform due diligence on existing buildings, feasibility studies, and energy efficiency analyses.
Evaluate vendor-supplied equipment for compliance with design criteria.
Required Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of electrical engineering software (SKM, AGi32, Visual, Easy Power ).
Familiarity with energy code compliance tools (ComCheck, EnergyPro, etc.).
Strong understanding of building codes (NEC, NFPA) and construction processes.
Ability to interpret and coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing documents.
Skilled in managing and delivering engineering tasks on time and within budget.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or collaboratively.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program ().
10+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience in the building design industry.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Multi-state licensure a plus; willingness and eligibility to obtain additional licensure as needed.
Experience managing technical workflows and mentoring junior staff.
Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary project teams and stakeholders.
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Limited supervisory responsibilities.
Delegate and oversee design work performed by designers and junior staff.
Review drawing packages and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and code compliance.
Provide coaching and technical guidance to less experienced team members.
Essential DutiesTechnical Engineering & Design
Design and engineer electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems (data, telephone, audiovisual).
Perform and review engineering calculations (short circuits, photometric, load, voltage drop, equipment sizing).
Develop and oversee creation of one-line diagrams, panel schedules, lighting layouts, and fire alarm layouts.
Prepare complete project documentation including drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Establish design criteria and standards based on code requirements, client specifications, and best practices.
Engineering Judgment & Oversight
Serve as Engineer of Record for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with licensure and regulatory requirements.
Supervise the production of construction documents and perform drawing reviews.
Project Execution & Coordination
Assist in setting scopes, schedules, and budgets for electrical engineering tasks.
Attend and actively participate in project meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and code officials.
Translate engineering tasks into labor hour and resource requirements.
Manage time effectively across multiple concurrent projects.
Construction Support & Field Work
Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and manage construction administration tasks.
Conduct onsite inspections to verify installations against design documents.
Maintain documentation of field changes and coordinate revisions to as-built drawings.
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to deliver cohesive, code-compliant designs.
Perform due diligence on existing buildings, feasibility studies, and energy efficiency analyses.
Evaluate vendor-supplied equipment for compliance with design criteria.
Required Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of electrical engineering software (SKM, AGi32, Visual, Easy Power ).
Familiarity with energy code compliance tools (ComCheck, EnergyPro, etc.).
Strong understanding of building codes (NEC, NFPA) and construction processes.
Ability to interpret and coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing documents.
Skilled in managing and delivering engineering tasks on time and within budget.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or collaboratively.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program ().
10+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience in the building design industry.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Multi-state licensure a plus; willingness and eligibility to obtain additional licensure as needed.
Experience managing technical workflows and mentoring junior staff.
Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary project teams and stakeholders.
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