Senior Electrical Engineer

City Facilities Management (US) LLC•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, reviewing, and coordinating electrical systems for new construction, remodels, and infrastructure upgrades across commercial and retail facilities. The role provides technical leadership for power distribution, lighting, controls, refrigeration support systems, energy management system (EMS) integrations, and other critical building systems. The engineer partners with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and vendors to deliver code-compliant, cost-effective, and constructible solutions. The position includes technical review and redlining of electrical plans, calculations, and specifications; field assessments and inspections; support for bids and equipment procurement; and resolution of design, installation, and construction issues. The Senior Electrical Engineer also mentors junior engineers and designers. Travel of up to 15% is required for field assessments, site visits, project meetings, and construction inspections. Candidates across New England and the Mid Atlantic will be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience within an MEP consulting, design-build, retail industrial, or similar technical environment.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Extensive experience with electrical distribution, lighting, grounding, and life safety systems in commercial, retail, industrial, or supermarket facilities.
Demonstrated expertise performing high-level technical reviews, code compliance evaluations, and system-level coordination.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including client-facing interaction.
Deep knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), applicable building codes, and industry standards.
Proficiency in reviewing AutoCAD or Revit-based design packages.
Expert knowledge of commercial and retail electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and life safety.
Strong command of utility requirements.
Experience coordinating electrical systems across mechanical, refrigeration, controls, and architectural disciplines.
Ability to assess constructability and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Project management skills, including prioritizing multiple assignments, managing deadlines, and supporting concurrent projects.
Ability to mentor junior engineers and support the development of engineering standards.
Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and effective at resolving complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

Review, design, and coordinate electrical systems for new construction, remodels, and capital improvement projects.
Develop and review electrical plans, load calculations, circuiting, equipment layouts, and specifications.
Use AutoCAD and/or Revit to support electrical design and drawing reviews.
Coordinate electrical requirements with Architecture, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Controls, EMS, and Construction teams.
Perform engineering reviews, redlines, and code compliance evaluations for design packages.
Support bid package preparation, vendor selection, and equipment procurement activities.
Evaluate system changes and provide technical recommendations to improve performance, reliability, safety, and cost effectiveness.
Investigate and resolve equipment, installation, and field construction issues.
Research and assess emerging technologies, equipment, vendors, and engineering best practices.
Ensure designs meet client requirements, applicable codes, industry standards, and utility requirements.
Provide senior-level technical review and redlining of electrical plans, calculations, and specifications prepared by internal teams or external engineering consultants.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
Travel up to 15% for field assessments, site visits, project meetings, and construction inspections.
Conduct on-site assessments of existing electrical systems and recommend actions regarding system condition, safety, and replacement needs.
Inspect completed installations for compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes; prepare deficiency reports and support corrective actions.