Senior Electrical Engineer in MEP

Founded in 1994, Consulting Engineering Services (CES) is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection engineering and commissioning firm with 180 employees in eight national offices. CES specializes in the design of custom building systems for projects across the United States and is dedicated to providing sustainable and efficient design across all sectors of its portfolio, ranging from residential estates to K‑12 learning environments, public safety facilities, commercial work spaces, hospitals, libraries, and more.

We currently have an opening in our Middletown, CT office for a Senior Electrical Engineer
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Responsible for major electrical design determinations under the direction of the Project Manager, supporting the organization’s mission to deliver exceptional client service.

• Develop overall electrical technical content of a project using engineering formulas and skills for ensuring safety and technical accuracy.
• Review design projects for code compliance and perform code research to comply with applicable State, Local and Federal codes, applying in‑depth knowledge of NEC, NFPA 72 and NFPA 101.
• Monitor construction progress and correspondence to ensure accurate and timely responses to RFIs and related issues.
• Review other teams’ design projects.
• Participate in standards meetings within the electrical engineering discipline.
• Identify and select equipment from appropriate manufacturing catalogs and websites for specific applications.
• Collaborate with clients and client PMs to meet their objectives.
• Perform on‑site investigations and surveys prior to design.
• Write electrical specifications through completion.
• Coordinate contract documents between engineering disciplines and architectural details; participate in coordination meetings with owner/architect.
• Provide technical support to contractors throughout construction.
• Prepare reports, opinions and recommendations for the Project Manager concerning the direction of the project.
• Ensure timely delivery of all completed projects; meet project schedules set by the Project Manager.
• Plan the time of self and other electrical engineers/designers to ensure the project is completed on time, on budget and is technically correct.
• Act as a technical advisor to junior staff regarding project assignments.
• Perform design work using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Present electrical design to owner/architect when required.
• Serve as a field engineer during the construction phase of a project.

• Electrical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience working with electrical systems.
• BSEE or equivalent degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven design experience in building operation, energy use and building electrical systems.
• Must be able to use AutoCAD and Revit for drafting and design to complete a project.
• In‑depth knowledge of Electrical Engineering codes, including NEC, NFPA 72 and NFPA 101.
• Must be able to travel and visit work sites as necessary.
• Maintain knowledge and skills in the particular area of expertise by attending conferences, reviewing scientific journals and participating in industry standards organizations such as NFPA, IES, etc.
• PE license strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to build and foster client relations.
• Critical thinking and mechanical aptitude, with proactive thinking processes.
• Strong multitasking skills; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a team of engineers and support staff engaged in the design and production of accurate construction documents. Ability to effectively coach, train, mentor and motivate staff.
• Must possess a clear appreciation for deadlines; excellent time‑management skills are necessary.
• Must be able to maintain full confidentiality.

• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Paid holidays/vacation/sick/personal time
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Half‑day Friday hours

Pay:
Based on experience and location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology