Electrical Project Engineer

About Us

We are one of the largest commercial electrical contractors in New York City, offering design-build solutions for government agencies, utilities, and private enterprises. We specialize in outdoor electrical construction and maintenance solutions, ranging from intelligent transportation systems (ITS) to fiber optic networks to power systems and more.

Welsbach Electric Corp. (“Welsbach”) is one of the largest commercial electrical contractors in New York City. We specialize in outdoor electrical construction and maintenance for government agencies, utilities, and private enterprises. Our headquarters are located in Queens, NY, where we maintain an extensive in-house inventory of materials, tools, and a fleet in order to provide prompt electrical maintenance services.

Our field force consists of highly qualified, IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) journeymen electricians and linemen. These employees are supported by experienced project management, estimating, engineering, accounting, and administrative personnel, who together make us one of the leading New York City electrical contracting companies.

To ensure timely and cost-effective service delivery, all work processes are guided by an ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management system and an established safety program.

The Electrical Project Engineer will assist in the engineering and coordination of electrical work. The position entails drafting and coordination of the electrical installation work, in accordance with the contract documents, with other members of the overall Project Team, translating contract drawings into 2D and 3D installation drawings, providing management of clash detection, and conflict identification and resolution, incorporating change orders and as-built conditions, and providing involvement in developing project-specific BIM strategies, scope, and planning.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide support to the Director of Engineering and provide direction in the field regarding technical and quality issues.
• Work with the Systems Manager to facilitate and support the testing work being performed in the field.
• Work with the Project Manager and Field Supervision to develop Plans for future work.
• Under oversight of the Project Manager, maintain schedules and status updates.
• Assist in developing and implementing project-specific BIM strategies, scope, and plan for the work.
• Utilize Revit MEP or AutoCAD MEP to create installation shop drawings and sketches from contract drawings.
• Responsible for layout of electrical systems, including cable trays, conduits and equipment in 3D for BIM coordination.
• Participate in customer, project, and design meetings to gather and review project related requirements and resolve conflicts with other trades.
• Must have a good understanding of:
  Lighting control, Security systems, Fire Alarm, Power, Block diagram and one line diagram.
• Must be able to develop and understand point to point drawings.
• Perform basic design calculations (i.e. pulling calculations, duct sizing, etc.) under Engineer direction and review.
• Communicate project status to report target delivery, productivity, and quality of design.
• Prepare and manage communications internally and with general contractors or construction managers for assigned projects.
• Travel to various project sites is required.
• Maintain confidentiality of engineering department and company information.
• Comply with I.S.O. 9000:2015 operations work instructions, contracts, safety program, and Company established policies and procedures.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Director of Engineering or Project Manager with recommendation for resolution.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the operating needs of the company or as directed by executives.

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To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1 - 5 years related experience in electrical industry.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Master of Science in Electrical Engineering desirable but not required.
• Knowledge of the electrical construction industry, contract…