Engineer IV, Electrical

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Bowman is hiring an Engineer IV, Electrical to join its team in Boston, Massachusetts. The role performs and oversees electrical engineering and design, including developing construction documents and overseeing project execution. It provides advanced technical expertise, leads complex engineering work, and contributes to project and staff management while ensuring compliance with engineering standards, applicable codes, and client expectations.

The position applies extensive electrical engineering knowledge across a broad range of project types, provides direction on highly complex assignments, and reviews staff work for quality and technical accuracy. It also supports client relationships and business development, represents project teams in client communications and issue resolution, and mentors and trains Design Engineers and less experienced Project Engineers.

The Engineer IV designs complex electrical systems and performs related calculations and analyses. Systems may include electrical distribution, lighting, fire alarm, emergency and backup power, and other special systems, depending on project needs. The role also defines project specifications and performance criteria and contributes to construction cost estimates. Work is primarily in a professional office environment, with occasional travel to project sites and client visits and some outdoor or construction-site work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Eight or more years of industry experience designing electrical systems for industrial, commercial, government, academic, R&D, multifamily (low- and high-rise), and similar project types.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SKM software tools, and/or lighting design tools such as AGI or Visual.
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical codes and design principles.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical engineering principles across a broad range of project types.
• Provide direction on highly complex assignments and review staff work for quality assurance and technical accuracy.
• Market the firm's capabilities to build relationships with new clients and strengthen partnerships with existing clients.
• Mentor, support, and train Design Engineers and less experienced Project Engineers.
• Represent the project team in client communications and issue resolution.
• Perform and oversee the design of complex electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes and sound engineering principles.
• Complete electrical calculations and analyses, including load studies, voltage drop, panel, transformer and feeder loading, generator sizing, and illumination levels.
• Design and lay out electrical system components, including distribution systems, lighting, fire alarm, emergency and backup power, and special systems as project needs require.
• Define project specifications and performance criteria and contribute to construction cost estimating.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior