Electrical Engineer II

The Opportunity

PAE is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer II to join our team in a hybrid work environment in our New York office. This role is designed for an engineer with a strong technical foundation who is ready to take on more complex design responsibilities. Working under the guidance of a Lead Engineer, you will contribute to the design of electrical distribution, lighting, and power systems, while sharpening your skills in technical specifications and interdisciplinary coordination.

You will play a key role in moving projects from initial design through site implementation, ensuring all deliverables meet our rigorous quality standards.

• Perform Revit/AutoCAD system engineering
• Design electrical distribution, lighting, and power systems under the direction of a lead engineer
• Prepare project deliverables with attention to detail
• Understand and read plans and specifications, develop skills to edit/write specifications
• Develop the ability to understand other disciplines
• Apply building codes and electrical industry standards
• Prepare electrical load calculations and electrical equipment selection
• Interact with clients and other project team members
• Support the project lead in developing opinions of probable construction costs
• Contribute to site visits and prepare reports
• Have a thorough understanding of distribution Load Flow, Short Circuit, and Arc Flash Energy analysis using Easy Power
• Implement the project quality management plan (QMP)
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering discipline work
• Requires a minimum 1-2 years of Electrical E-1 or equivalent experience
• Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) preferred
• Knowledge of electrical systems and engineering concepts and the ability to effectively communicate to others
• Knowledge of project phases
• Problem solving and analysis
• Delegation skills
• Organization and attention to detail
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Revit/AutoCAD
• Easy Power

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $89,800-$109,700 annual
• This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay

The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We consider a variety of factors, including skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location, to determine the exact salary offered. Employees are eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs. The above range represents PAE's good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

• Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
• Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
• Cell phone stipend
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Hybrid work schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• 9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package, visit  This information is provided per the Equal Pay Act.

PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work.

To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here:
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Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted,…