Electrical Project Engineer

Tutor Perini•Ozone Park, NY

12d•$85,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Five Star Electric, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Project Engineer for our office in Ozone Park, New York About Five Star Electric We make it happen- Electrifying the Greater New York Area Since 1959 From our founding in 1959, we’ve become one of the largest electrical contracting, construction, and engineering firms by bringing integrity, reliability, experience, efficiency, and safety to each job we perform. Five Star Electric works on the largest, high-profile projects in the New York Metropolitan area. As one of the largest specialty contracting firms in the United States, Five Star Electric with its diverse portfolio of work experience, has never failed to complete a project since inception. Five Star is regularly ranked in ENR magazines Top 600 Specialty Contractors in the United States. Five Star Electric’s name reflects its promise – to continually achieve the highest “five-star” ranking on every project. Across New York State our notable projects include, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, the Hudson Yards Platform, Madison Square Garden Transformation, Citi Field, 86th Street Station and multiple United Nations projects. Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent Position Overview The Electrical Project Engineer will support the planning, design, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects. This role requires Revit modeling skills and a solid understanding of electrical building systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to grow professionally, and able to work collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors, and design consultants.

Requirements

1–5 years of experience working as an electrical engineer within the construction or design/build industry required.
Revit proficiency (3D modeling, coordination, Creating Shop Drawings) required.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related field is preferred.
HS Diploma required.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revizto and BIM collaboration platforms.
Understanding of NEC, electrical codes, and typical construction practices.
Familiarity with electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, life safety, and low-voltage systems.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Excellent written and verbal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working for or with an electrical contractor is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and maintain detailed electrical models and drawings in Revit , including power, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
Coordinate building system models with other disciplines to ensure accurate clash detection and resolution.
Prepare layout drawings, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and equipment layouts.
Assist in generating as-built drawings at project completion.
Support senior engineers and project managers with design review, technical submittals, and shop drawings.
Assist in creating material takeoffs, product data sheets, and equipment specifications.
Participate in field walks to verify site conditions, collect data, and support installation planning.
Communicate with project teams, vendors, and subcontractors to clarify design intent and technical details.
Attend project coordination meetings and track design updates, RFI responses, and meeting minutes.
Collaborate with BIM teams to ensure all models meet company standards and project requirements.
Maintain organized project documentation, including drawings, revisions, logs, and correspondence.
Assist with QA/QC of electrical drawings and BIM models.
Support commissioning activities, including reviewing test results and confirming final documentation accuracy.