Senior Electrical Engineer
About The Position
RVE (an Ardurra company) is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Cherry Hill, NJ. Our professionals combine engineering expertise with sound economic and management principles to design, optimize, and modernize building systems for K–12, higher education, healthcare, municipal, and industrial clients. Whether supporting new construction or renovation projects, we deliver solutions that enhance building performance, occupant comfort, and long-term value. Keeping facilities operating safely, reliably, and cost-effectively is an ongoing challenge. Our team helps clients navigate aging infrastructure and evolving operational demands through practical, forward-thinking design solutions. Energy efficiency is at the core of our approach, with a focus on reducing operating costs, improving system performance, and evaluating alternative energy sources whenever they provide a practical and measurable benefit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems design for educational, commercial, and industrial facilities. This is a leadership-level role with responsibility for managing complex projects and mentoring junior staff while collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline required
- 6+ years of experience
- PE license required or the ability to pursue one.
- Ability to clarify and concisely express thoughts verbally and in written correspondence/reports/specifications
- Provides effort and takes pride in all work assignments produced
- Not afraid to ask for guidance/assistance in order to expedite the date of assignment deliverables
- Ability to simultaneously work on group and individual assignments
- Must have effective communication, management and writing skills
- Must be skilled in the use of Word/Excel products
- Experience with Engineering Design software including SKM
- Experience with Lighting Design and Photometric Software
- Experience with latest versions of AutoCAD and/or Revit
Responsibilities
- Support and lead the design and development of electrical systems for large-scale commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, and educational projects
- Apply design expertise in power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, fire alarms, and equipment selection/specification
- Act as Project Manager for electrical components of multi-discipline projects, including schedule, budget, client communication, and team coordination
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
- Analyze complex electrical engineering problems and propose effective solutions
- Interface with architects, civil and MEP engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure design coordination and project success
- Oversee and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including NEC, IBC, IECC, and NFPA
- Perform quality control reviews of electrical drawings and specifications
- Conduct field investigations and site visits as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department’s growth and success
Benefits
- flexible working schedules
- hybrid work environment with the option to work from home two days per week
- competitive compensation
- rich benefits programs
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
