Sr. Electrical Designer

Job Summary

Gaston Electrical is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services. Since 1934, Gaston has provided expert electrical and low‑voltage contracting services to commercial, institutional, life‑sciences, hospitality, and retail markets across New England. Our team of skilled electricians builds trust through best‑in‑class services, quality workmanship, safety practices, and reliability.

No agencies please.

• Review the project with the Project Manager to understand the estimate, workforce hours, schedule, specs, drawings, and submittals.
• Develop the most effective way to build the project.
• Identify prefab opportunities and communicate with the Prefab Manager.
• Prioritize tasks and use a six‑week schedule to manage workload.
• Ensure the GF/FM understand the plan.
• Review any field‑install drawings with GF/Foreman and the Design Team.
• Use common toolsets (e.g., assemblies) to keep field‑install drawings consistent.
• Utilize the model to create a Bill of Materials.
• Visit jobsites to ensure the field understands prefab intent and installation.
• Train new crews on prefab means and methods.
• Seek field feedback to improve projects and processes.
• Communicate regularly with the PM and Field to keep company standards shared and followed.
• Attend project coordination meetings and represent Gaston as the technical expert.
• Work toward on‑time deliveries.
• Be accountable, take ownership of your role, and hold others accountable to avoid unnecessary delays or issues.

• Previous electrical design experience or 8–10 years of commercial electrical field experience; coordination experience or familiarity with the coordination process is required.
• Independently design multiple projects.
• Familiar with all electrical systems.
• Thorough understanding of Electrical, Fire Alarm, Low Voltage systems and their field/prefab/coordination constructability.
• Able to layout electrical systems.
• Able to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment but has a desire to lead.
• Proactive, critical thinker, and analytical.
• Communicates confidently, effectively, and professionally (verbal and written).
• Comfortable using and learning new technology (MS Office required; Bluebeam preferred; Revit preferred; MS Teams and Navisworks optional).
• Handles and prioritizes multiple projects.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Perform the duties of this job, which includes regular talking and hearing; moving within the office; extended computer work; and extended periods of sitting.

Long periods spent in front of a computer, occasional movement within the office or conference rooms, and standard office noise levels.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; disability; a 401(k) savings plan; a college coach; and an employee assistance program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category required by law.

$133,000 – $173,000, plus bonus eligibility.