Electrical Project Engineer

Welsbach Electric•College Point, NY

About The Position

Welsbach Electric Corp. is a large commercial electrical contractor in New York City specializing in outdoor electrical construction and maintenance for government agencies, utilities, and private enterprises. The Electrical Project Engineer assists with engineering and coordination of electrical work, including drafting and coordinating installations with the overall project team. The role translates contract drawings into 2D and 3D installation drawings, manages clash detection and conflict resolution, incorporates change orders and as-built conditions, and contributes to project-specific BIM strategies, scope, and planning. The engineer supports the Director of Engineering, Project Manager, Systems Manager, and field supervision on technical, quality, testing, planning, and schedule matters. The position requires using Revit MEP or AutoCAD MEP to create installation drawings and sketches, laying out electrical systems in 3D for BIM coordination, participating in project meetings, performing basic design calculations under engineering direction, and communicating project status. Travel to project sites is required. The employee must follow applicable contracts, safety requirements, company policies, and the company’s quality management procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of the electrical construction industry, contract documentation, the National Electrical Code, and design.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.
Experience performing electrical, construction, or engineering calculations.
Proficiency in AutoCAD MEP, Revit MEP, and Navisworks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Conscientiousness, personal responsibility, and dependability.
Ability to adapt to an office environment and act ethically and in a principled manner.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to organize multiple projects and plan resources effectively.
Ability to analyze and solve problems and demonstrate commitment to company values.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and collaborate with customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, suppliers, and other contractor organizations.
Ability to travel to and navigate project sites.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including walking, reaching, climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One to five years of related experience in the electrical industry.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering.
Good understanding of lighting control, security systems, fire alarm, power, block diagrams, and one-line diagrams.
Ability to develop and understand point-to-point drawings.

Responsibilities

Support the Director of Engineering and provide field direction regarding technical and quality issues.
Work with the Systems Manager to facilitate and support field testing.
Work with the Project Manager and Field Supervision to develop plans for future work.
Maintain schedules and status updates under the oversight of the Project Manager.
Assist in developing and implementing project-specific BIM strategies, scope, and plans.
Use Revit MEP or AutoCAD MEP to create installation shop drawings and sketches from contract drawings.
Lay out electrical systems, including cable trays, conduits, and equipment, in 3D for BIM coordination.
Participate in customer, project, and design meetings to gather and review requirements and resolve conflicts with other trades.
Perform basic design calculations, such as pulling calculations and duct sizing, under Engineer direction and review.
Communicate project status, including target delivery, productivity, and design quality.
Prepare and manage communications internally and with general contractors or construction managers for assigned projects.
Travel to project sites as required.
Maintain confidentiality of engineering department and company information.
Comply with quality-management work instructions, contracts, the safety program, and established company policies and procedures.
Escalate critical or sensitive issues to the Director of Engineering or Project Manager with a recommended resolution.
Perform additional assignments as required by company operating needs or as directed by executives.