Senior Electrical Engineer Power Group-Hybrid

RG Vanderweil.com • Boston, MA

109d • $150,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors—including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project. We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Power Group in our Boston office.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of IEEE, IBC, NESC, and NEC electrical codes and knowledge of industry products and design solutions.
• Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, AEC 3-D software such as Autodesk Revit or BIM 360 is desired.
• Ability to perform system studies with industry software such as SKM ETAP, CYME, CDEGS, AMPCALC 4 for arc-flash, short circuit, grounding, relay settings, time current curves (TCC), voltage drop calculations, and motor starting analysis, is required.
• Ability to work with design software calculation tools such as AGI-32, DIA Lux, or Visual for lighting power density is desired.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to provide presentations, interface with management and clients, attend meetings and produce written reports.
• Minimum of 15+ years’ experience in related field of power generation and heavy industrial projects, medium voltage (5kV/34.5kV) and low voltage (480V) design of industrial and process plants.
• Understanding of LV and MV Switchgear functionality, Motor Control Centers (MCCs) as well as Starters and VFDs.
• Operations and Maintenance methods of design consideration desired.
• Electrical Testing understanding desired.
• CSI Specification knowledge and understanding required.
• Bachelor’s Degree (BSEE) required.
• PE required; LEED preferred; PMP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for detailed design of campus electrical grids serving industrial manufacturing sites, district utility providers, and college/university electrical distribution systems.
• Design of power generation facilities, utility grid interconnections, switchgear and substations, generators, and power distribution network.
• Execute electrical designs and deliverables for power engineering, cogeneration power plants, chiller plants, and large industrial projects.
• Able to lead technical team and deliver design for various clients. Provide support to assigned staff on technical and administrative issues.
• Maintains understanding of project schedule, status, and technical issues. Review all designs issued prior to client submission with supervisor and Department Head.
• Maintains strong understanding of all associated Codes and Standards and ensure compliance in all Team activities.
• Continuously improves the Team’s deliverable quality, communications, attitude, and efficiency.

Benefits

• Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture allowing up to 2 days remote per week.
• Wellness programs prioritizing physical and behavioral health.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees