Senior Electrical Engineer
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States or Burlington, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Review and redline electrical plans, calculations, and specifications for new construction, remodels, and capital upgrade projects across commercial and supermarket facilities. Ensure all designs align with applicable codes, design criteria, and best practices while coordinating electrical systems with mechanical, refrigeration, EMS/controls, architectural, and MEPR disciplines. Conduct on-site assessments of existing systems, perform field inspections of completed installations, and prepare deficiency reports to support corrective actions. Consult with utilities regarding service requirements and advise project managers on equipment selection and constructability. Mentor junior engineers and guide updates to client engineering standards to enhance safety, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Travel up to 15% as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- 10+ years of electrical engineering experience within an MEP consulting or similar technical environment
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Ability to travel up to 15%
- Extensive experience with electrical distribution, lighting, grounding, and life safety systems in commercial, retail, industrial, or supermarket facilities
- Demonstrated expertise performing high‐level technical reviews, code compliance evaluations, and system-level coordination
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including client-facing interaction
- Deep knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), applicable building codes, and industry standards
- Proficiency in reviewing AutoCAD or Revit-based design packages
- Expert knowledge of commercial and retail electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and life safety
- Strong command of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), applicable building codes, and utility requirements
- Proven ability to perform senior‐level engineering review, redlining, and code compliance evaluation
- Experience coordinating electrical systems across mechanical, refrigeration, controls, and architectural disciplines
- Demonstrated engineering judgment with the ability to assess constructability and recommend cost‐effective solutions
- Effective technical communicator with strong client‐facing consulting skills
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and support the development of engineering standards
- Detail‐oriented, quality‐focused, and effective at resolving complex technical issues
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