OverviewSeeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing, employee-owned MEP consulting engineering firm. This role is ideal for an engineer with 5-10 years of experience who is ready to take ownership of project deliverables, serve as a key technical resource, and work directly with clients and project teams on complex facilities.
You will contribute to the design and delivery of projects across our Science & Technology and Mission Critical markets, including laboratories, life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, data centers, and secure environments. We are looking for a technically strong engineer who combines sound engineering judgment with excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and emergency power systems.
- Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.
- Perform electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, voltage drop analyses, and other design studies.
- Support the design of standby power systems, generators, UPS systems, and critical power distribution infrastructure.
- Evaluate existing electrical systems and develop recommendations for renovations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
- Coordinate closely with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, structural, and owner teams throughout project delivery.
- Participate in client meetings, site investigations, design reviews, and construction progress meetings.
- Assist Project Managers with project planning, scope management, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
- Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, field observations, and punch list activities.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and technical leaders to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to project goals.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to a positive, team-oriented culture.
- Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, energy codes, industry standards, and firm quality requirements.
Desired Technical ExperienceCandidates should have experience in many of the following areas:
- Utility service and power distribution design
- Panelboard, switchboard, and switchgear design
- Lighting and lighting controls
- Fire alarm and life safety systems
- Emergency power and generator systems
- UPS and critical power infrastructure
- Grounding and lightning protection systems
- Power monitoring and metering systems
- Revit/BIM project delivery
- Construction administration and field investigations
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 5-10 years of experience in electrical design within an MEP consulting engineering environment.
- EIT certification required; PE license or progress toward licensure preferred.
- Experience with data centers, mission critical, life sciences, laboratory, healthcare, telecommunications, or other technically demanding facilities is preferred.
- Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and electrical design software.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, building codes, energy codes, and industry standards.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
What Makes Someone Successful Here- Strong technical foundation and desire to continuously grow engineering expertise.
- Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues, and project partners.
- Collaborative, team-first approach to project delivery.
- Ownership mindset and commitment to quality.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in both autonomous and highly collaborative environments.
Why WB EngineeringAs an employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in our success. You'll have the opportunity to work on some of the nation's most challenging Science & Technology and Mission Critical projects while collaborating with experienced engineers who value technical excellence, mentorship, innovation, and exceptional client service.
