Business - Electrical Lead Designer (Commercial) - New York City

Henderson Engineers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Electrical Lead Designer to join their New York City team. This role focuses on innovative electrical design for commercial projects, fostering a culture of mentorship and technical excellence. You will lead design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and tackle complex engineering challenges in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to sustainability and client experience, this forward-thinking company offers a dynamic workplace that values employee ownership and professional development. Join a team dedicated to building a better world through innovative design solutions.

Benefits

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Flexible Work Hours

Health and Wellness Programs

Career Development

Qualifications

• 11+ years of relevant experience or 13+ years without a degree.
• Expertise in compliance with NYC Local Laws 84, 88, and 97.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts from concept to completion, ensuring quality standards.
• Mentor and oversee less experienced designers, providing technical guidance.

Skills

Electrical Infrastructure Design

Renewable Energy Systems

Engineering Calculations

Project Management

Mentoring and Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Business - Electrical Lead Designer (Commercial) - New York City

Parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing

United States, New York, New York

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings.
We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process.

As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners is an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson fosters a people-first culture and manages a diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced electrical design engineer to contribute to our New York City market, focusing on core & shell, hospitality, mixed-use, and workplace projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentor and oversee less experienced designers and engineers, providing technical guidance and ensuring project success.
• Lead design efforts from concept through completion, including preparing design documents and performing engineering calculations.
• Train, mentor, and provide leadership to design staff, potentially supervising others directly.
• Develop solutions to complex engineering challenges and ensure project deliverables meet scope, schedule, and quality standards.
• Contribute to the development of tools, resources, and company practices, and uphold engineering standards.
• Oversee project quality through review processes and regular check-ins, including final reviews.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering preferred; 11+ years of relevant experience or 13+ years without degree; PE license may count towards experience.
• Experience with NYC Local Laws 84, 88, and 97 compliance.
• Expertise in electrical building infrastructure design, all-electric systems, renewable energy, and feasibility studies.
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu.
• Ability to work in our NYC office at least 3 days per week, with 2 days remote.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE license, LEED, WELL accreditation, and experience with industrial projects.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including flexible work hours, health and wellness programs, career development, and profit sharing.