Senior Electrical Engineer

IPS-Integrated Project Services • Burlington, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dedicated team at our office in Burlington, Massachusetts. In this role, you will work independently on various projects as assigned by a Manager or Group Lead. You may oversee the entire design process, assist as a technical expert on a specialized design, and work on several concurrent projects.

Requirements

• 8-10 years Engineering/design experience in the building design industry (for example: power distribution, lighting systems, fire alarm systems, branch circuitry, etc.).
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD/Revit).
• Thorough knowledge of Electrical system design and applicable codes.
• Expertise in performing electrical engineering calculations (SKM, EasyPower, AmpCALC, etc.)
• Experience with medium voltage systems, electrical hazardous classified areas, and telecommunications systems.
• 2-4 years of experience overseeing engineers and designers on project teams.
• Has a thorough understanding of the construction process.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs the role of Project Lead on projects for all phases of work, including but not limited to Feasibility Reports, Building Assessments, Concept and Basis of Design Reports, and Detailed Design and Documentation.
• Assesses the requirements of a project, breaks a project into tasks, and works with a Project Manager to determine scope of work, budget, and staffing.
• Writes scope of work for design, based on preliminary review and meetings with the client.
• Prepares engineering studies and schematic design for new systems.
• Reviews and evaluates operation of existing systems.
• Works with code officials and other design professionals when an interpretation or exception to building codes is required.
• Assigns and reviews work of project design team.
• Checks progress of work, and produces markups to be incorporated in drawings.
• Communicates with clients and alerts Project Manager to changes of scope or additional services.
• Reviews contractor applications for payment.
• Coordinates all aspects of project document completion within the company and externally with clients, as well as other design professionals.
• Makes calculations, using engineering formulas and skills for design, such as service size calculations, short circuit calculations, arc flash studies, power system load studies, and Neher-McGrath calculations for sizing buried conduits.
• Prepares or reviews construction budgets, based on experience and scope of project.
• Promotes use of, and participates in development of company design and production standards.
• Assists in the education and development of design staff, and acts as a resource for design questions.
• Performs additional tasks or special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• The salary offered for this role is between $113,000 and $150,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

What This Job Offers

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