Senior Electrical Engineer

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. • Shamong Township, NJ

144d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer in Shamong, New Jersey. The role performs electrical engineering and design at all levels, including preparing construction documents and managing projects and staff. The engineer independently applies extensive engineering knowledge to complex assignments, reviews staff work for quality, mentors and trains less experienced engineers, represents project teams in client communications, and helps develop client relationships.

The position designs complex electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes and sound engineering principles; prepares reports and engineering narratives; performs electrical calculations; and lays out electrical distribution, lighting, fire alarm, emergency and backup power, and other special systems as appropriate. The engineer oversees designs through construction and completion, conducts field observations, coordinates with clients and project teams, addresses review comments, participates in meetings, reviews construction administration items, and delivers accurate construction documents within project schedules, budgets, and cost criteria. The role also requires continued development of working knowledge of applicable codes, AutoCAD, and Revit.

The position is based primarily in a professional office environment, with occasional travel for site and client visits and some outdoor work at job or construction sites. Salary is $115,000–$145,000, with eligible variable compensation commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• At least 10 years of industry-related experience designing industrial, commercial, government, academic, R&D, multifamily (low- and high-rise), or similar projects.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of SKM software tools and/or lighting design software such as AGI or Visual.
• EIT accreditation.
• LEED accreditation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

• Design complex electrical systems in accordance with current code requirements and sound engineering principles.
• Prepare basis-of-design documents, written narratives, field observation reports, letters to authorities having jurisdiction, and other reports.
• Take responsibility for complex tasks and designs within project assignments and resolve complex design issues with clients.
• Oversee electrical designs through project construction and completion.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with engineers, project managers, clients, and other project participants.
• Conduct field observation visits to document existing conditions and report on construction progress.
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks to complete designs efficiently and sequentially.
• Perform electrical calculations, including load studies, voltage drop, panel, transformer and feeder loading, generator sizing, and illumination levels.
• Design and lay out electrical system devices, distribution components, lighting, fire alarm, emergency and backup power, and special systems as applicable.
• Produce project construction documents that meet milestone schedules and predetermined hourly budgets.
• Attend coordination and design meetings as needed.
• Define project specifications and performance criteria and determine budget construction cost estimates.
• Address comments from clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other review authorities, adjusting designs as needed.
• Review project construction administration items, including shop drawings, requests for information, and change order proposals, as needed.
• Work within established project budgets and maintain knowledge of applicable discipline codes, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Review staff work for quality assurance.
• Market the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
• Mentor, support, and train Design Engineers and less experienced Project Engineers.
• Represent the project team in client communications and resolutions.

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