Senior Associate, Electrical

Jaros, Baum & Bolles, Inc.; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

401k employer match

Stock options

PTO

Training & development

Job summary

Jaros, Baum & Bolles, Inc. seeks a Senior Associate to join the Electrical department in the Philadelphia office.

You will manage diverse projects from concept to completion, collaborating with upper management on staff development, firm marketing, and sustaining business growth. Required are 8–14 years of engineering experience, a bachelor’s in electrical or mechanical engineering, proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, and strong PM/leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• 8-14 years of engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Proficient in design calculations and software tools (e.g., Revit and AutoCAD).
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of codes and coordination with other trades.
• Strong documentation requirements for each deliverable phase (SD, DD, CD, specs).

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual design with Department Leader and guide team to project completion.
• Act as day-to-day Client point of contact on projects.
• Manage and review project documents and ensure timely implementation.
• Deliver technically and functionally sound project deliverables.
• Present project designs at internal and external meetings.
• Coordinate and update project team to meet design expectations and deadlines.
• Initiate and manage design changes, proposals, and approvals.
• Execute multiple fit-out/renovation projects from concept to completion.
• Prepare technical letters addressing project design issues and code interpretations.
• Communicate with project teams to manage issues and deliverables.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project management

Leadership

Code understanding

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Join JB&B and shape the future of the built environment! Founded in1915,Jaros, Baum & Bolleshas been a pillar of engineering innovation in New York City for over a century. Specializing inmechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), JB&B has contributed to some of the most iconic buildings. InOctober 2025, JB&B joined forces withTrinity Consultants, a global consulting firm focused on the natural and built environments. JB&B now operates withinTrinity’sBuilt Environment division, combining its deep expertise in high-performance building systems with Trinity’s strengths inacoustic design,facility operations,commissioning,andtechnology strategy. This strategic merger expands JB&B’s capabilities and offers employees:

• Access to a broader portfolioof international projects and clients

• Enhanced career mobilityacross Trinity’s global network

• Interdisciplinary collaborationwith experts in sustainability, environmental science, and digital infrastructure

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Associate to jointhe Electrical department in our Philadelphia office. This role will manage a variety of projects from concept to completion, and will work with upper management on staff development, firm marketing, and efforts to sustain and develop business at JB&B.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with their Department Leader to develop conceptual design for projects and guides their team through project completion.
• Acts as the day-to-day Client point of contact on their projects.
• Manages and reviews all project-related documents and ensures timely and accurate implementation.
• Responsible for project deliverables both technically and functionally.
• Presents and explains project designs confidently at internal and external meetings.
• Coordinates and updates the project team regularly to meet design expectations and deadlines.
• Initiates and manages design changes, proposals, and approvals.
• Successfully executes multiple fit-out/renovation projects and/or large/complex projects from concept to completion.
• Prepares technical letters/memos addressing project design issues and code interpretations.
• Communicates effectively with project teams managing issues, and deliverables for project success

Minimum Qualifications

• 8-14 years of engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Proficient in all design calculations and software tools (e.g., Revit and AutoCAD) applicable to your discipline
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of trade-specific scope of project, trade-related codes, and the required coordination with other trades
• Strong understanding of documentation requirements and content for each deliverable phase (e.g., SD, DD, CD and specifications)

Why Work at JB&B?

• Legacy + Innovation:Our company blends a rich history with forward-thinking design, including smart building systems and deep carbon reduction strategies.

• Collaborative Culture:With over 400 professionals, our company fosters mentorship, teamwork, and continuous learning.

• Global Impact:Now part of Trinity, our company offers opportunities to work on transformative projects across commercial, healthcare, aviation, life sciences, and data center sectors.

• Multiple office locations:New York, Boston and Philadelphia.

What We Offer

• Hybrid workplace offering the flexibility to work both from home and the office

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k employer match and stock options

• Paid time off (PTO), volunteer program and employee resource groups

• Training and professional development courses through JB&B University

Estimated compensation range: $160,000-$184,000 base salary per year

Jaros, Baum & Bolles is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.