Electrical Project Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-27
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing, employee-owned MEP consulting engineering firm. This role is ideal for an engineer with 5-10 years of experience who is ready to take ownership of project deliverables, serve as a key technical resource, and work directly with clients and project teams on complex facilities.
You will contribute to the design and delivery of projects across our Science & Technology and Mission Critical markets, including laboratories, life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, data centers, and secure environments. We are looking for a technically strong engineer who combines sound engineering judgment with excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
OverviewSeeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing, employee-owned MEP consulting engineering firm. This role is ideal for an engineer with 5-10 years of experience who is ready to take ownership of project deliverables, serve as a key technical resource, and work directly with clients and project teams on complex facilities.
You will contribute to the design and delivery of projects across our Science & Technology and Mission Critical markets, including laboratories, life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, data centers, and secure environments. We are looking for a technically strong engineer who combines sound engineering judgment with excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and emergency power systems
- Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents
- Perform electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, voltage drop analyses, and other design studies
- Support the design of standby power systems, generators, UPS systems, and critical power distribution infrastructure
- Evaluate existing electrical systems and develop recommendations for renovations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements
- Coordinate closely with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, structural, and owner teams throughout project delivery
- Participate in client meetings, site investigations, design reviews, and construction progress meetings
- Assist Project Managers with project planning, scope management, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication
- Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, field observations, and punch list activities
- Collaborate with senior engineers and technical leaders to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to project goals
- Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to a positive, team-oriented culture
- Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, energy codes, industry standards, and firm quality requirements
Candidates should have experience in many of the following areas:
- Utility service and power distribution design
- Panel board, switchboard, and switch gear design
- Lighting and lighting controls
- Fire alarm and life safety systems
- Emergency power and generator systems
- UPS and critical power infrastructure
- Grounding and lightning protection systems
- Power monitoring and metering systems
- Revit/BIM project delivery
- Construction administration and field investigations
- Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
- 5-10 years of experience in electrical design within an MEP consulting engineering environment
- EIT certification required; PE license or progress toward licensure preferred
- Experience with data centers, mission critical, life sciences, laboratory, healthcare, telecommunications, or other technically demanding facilities is preferred
- Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and electrical design software
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, building codes, energy codes, and industry standards
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Strong technical foundation and desire to continuously grow engineering expertise
- Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues, and project partners
- Collaborative, team-first approach to project delivery
- Ownership mindset and commitment to quality
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in both autonomous and highly collaborative environments
As an employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in our success. You'll have the opportunity to work on some of the nation's most challenging Science & Technology and Mission Critical…
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