Project Engineer, PE License

Jobtailor; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead curbside EV charging deployments in Philadelphia. You will manage multi-site projects from design through construction, ensuring code compliance and coordination with utilities and authorities.

The role requires PE status or progression, extensive AutoCAD/Bluebeam use, and strong stakeholder communication. Responsibilities include permitting, design sign-off, and collaboration with contractors, architects, and city agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer status or completion of Engineer-in-Training program.
• Experience designing electrical infrastructure in urban environments.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) and safety standards.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-site construction projects from concept to completion.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Bluebeam for design drawings and markup.

Responsibilities

• Strategically deploy curbside EV charging infrastructure in Philadelphia.
• Manage charger deployment projects end-to-end.
• Assess sites and evaluate available power capacity.
• Lead project design and engineering, including drawings and specs.
• Sign and stamp permit drawings for local authorities.
• Coordinate with permit authorities and utilities.
• Manage contractor bidding and awards; administer construction.
• Develop and enforce technical and strategic standards company-wide.
• Evaluate methods to reduce installation cost and time.
• Oversee technical sub-consultants and cross-region coordination.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

AutoCAD Proficiency

NFPA 70 NEC Familiarity

Licensed Professional Engineer

Engineering Calculations

Education

Engineering degree

Engineer-in-Training Completion

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

• Strategically deploy curbside electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Philadelphia
• Manage charger deployment projects overall
• Assess sites and evaluate available power capacity
• Lead project design and engineering, including drawings and specifications
• Sign and stamp permit drawings for local authorities
• Coordinate with local permit authorities and utilities
• Manage contractor bidding and awards
• Administer and coordinate construction
• Evolve and expand company-wide technical and strategic standards
• Evaluate alternative and novel methods to reduce charger installation cost and time
• Manage technical sub-consultants
• Coordinate with project managers and designers across regions
• Represent the company at property site visits, public hearings, and community board events
• Proactively manage permitting, technical work, and targeted project schedules

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of experience in electrical engineering
• Examples of complex urban design and build projects that have been physically built and are in use; urban rights-of-way experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems in cities and buildings
• Familiarity with and comfort interpreting NFPA 70 (NEC) and the National Electric Safety Code
• Experience seeing complex projects through from concept to completion
• Familiarity with traditional collaborative drafting and diagramming tools, including AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Ability to clearly convey engineering principles using non-technical language
• Experience working with trades and contractors during construction and sign-off phases
• Ability to contribute to project tracking and documentation tools and assets
• Ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, communicate proactively, and thrive without direct daily supervision
• Strong organization and ability to independently advance projects
• Ability to make engineering calculations and prepare engineering designs and specifications
• Ability to prepare plans and drawings neatly and accurately according to company guidelines
• Ability to deal effectively with contractors, property owners, and the general public
• Ability to understand and interpret engineering as-builts
• Ability to ensure compliance with State, Federal, local, and utility rules, laws, and regulations
• Capacity to build and maintain productive, positive, long-term stakeholder relationships
• Only Licensed Professional Engineers, or engineers who have completed their Engineer-in-Training programs, will be considered
• Professional license must be maintained as a condition of employment
• Ability to lift equipment up to 40 pounds
• Flexibility to travel for local meetings and to company headquarters in Brooklyn as needed

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering with a focus on deploying electric vehicle charging infrastructure, managing complex urban design projects, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and regulations. Proven ability to lead project design, coordinate with stakeholders, and effectively communicate engineering principles.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Electrical Engineering Experience
• Project Management
• AutoCAD Proficiency
• NFPA 70 (NEC) Familiarity
• Licensed Professional Engineer

Hard Skills

• Electrical Distribution Systems Knowledge
• Engineering Calculations
• Engineering Design Preparation
• Project Tracking and Documentation
• Permit Drawing Preparation

Soft Skills

• Strong Organization
• Effective Communication
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Autonomous Work Capability
• Problem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Engineer-in-Training Program Completion

Industry Keywords

• Curbside Charging Infrastructure
• Urban Design Projects
• Construction Management
• Compliance with State and Federal Regulations
• Community Engagement

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam