Electrical Engineer

Owen Thomas Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Owen Thomas Group in New York City seeks an Electrical Engineer to join its growing MEP team. The role spans from initial design to construction administration on complex building projects, collaborating with senior engineers and architects.

Four+ years of experience and a PE license are preferred, with strong NEC/NYC Code knowledge and proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD. We offer a collaborative environment emphasizing professional growth, mentorship, and delivering technically challenging projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• At least 4 years of experience designing building electrical systems within an MEP consulting environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or active licensure pursuit.
• Knowledge of NEC, NYC Electrical Code, New York Building Code, and NFPA standards.
• Experience with all design phases from schematic design to construction administration.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for building projects and present design solutions to clients and project teams.
• Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations including load analysis, short circuit studies, voltage drop, and emergency power sizing.
• Evaluate existing electrical systems and prepare assessment reports with design recommendations.
• Support construction administration by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, site visits, coordinating with contractors, and assisting with punch lists.
• Collaborate with architects and other engineering disciplines throughout the design process.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through successful project delivery.

Skills

Electrical design

Client communication

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree: Electrical or Architectural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer in New York City to join our growing MEP team. This is an opportunity to work on complex building projects across a variety of sectors while collaborating with experienced engineers in a highly technical and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience designing electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings and enjoy working on projects from initial design through construction.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for building projects and present design solutions to clients and project teams.
• Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations, including electrical load analysis, short circuit studies, voltage drop calculations, and emergency power system sizing.
• Evaluate existing electrical systems and prepare assessment reports with recommended design solutions.
• Support construction administration by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, performing site visits, coordinating with contractors, and assisting with punch lists.
• Work closely with architects and other engineering disciplines throughout the design process.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• At least 4 years of experience designing building electrical systems within an MEP consulting environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or currently working toward licensure.
• LEED accreditation is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NYC Electrical Code, New York Building Code, and NFPA standards.
• Experience with all phases of design, from schematic design through construction administration.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Why Join the Team

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-profile building projects.
• Collaborative team environment with direct access to senior engineering leadership.
• Strong focus on professional development, mentorship, and career growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.