Senior Electrical BIM Engineer

tutorperini; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Electric, a Tutor Perini Company, in New York, seeks a Sr. Electrical BIM Engineer to lead electrical design for high-profile projects using Revit and BIM coordination. You will manage detailed models, ensure NEC/NFPA compliance, and collaborate with multiple disciplines to deliver precise drawings.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and effective communication to guide design from concept through construction. Candidates should have strong Revit and BIM tooling experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum six years of electrical design/engineering experience in construction or design-build.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit for electrical modeling and multi-discipline coordination.
• Experience with electrical codes NEC/NFPA and local AHJ requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for commercial, industrial, institutional, or mission-critical projects.
• Develop and manage electrical models and drawings in Revit, covering power, lighting, grounding, and layouts.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, mechanical teams, and other trades via BIM collaboration.
• Review specifications and client standards; perform load, fault current, voltage drop, and arc flash studies.
• Oversee deliverables from concept through construction and closeout; mentor junior engineers and BIM designers.

Skills

Revit

Electrical modeling

BIM coordination

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revizto

Bluebeam

BIM 360/ACC

Procore

Job description

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 - $180,000 depending on experience

***NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION***

***Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future***

Five Star Electric , a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Sr. Electrical BIM Engineer for our office in Ozone Park, New York

About Five Star Electric

We make it happen- Electrifying the Greater New York Area Since 1959

From our founding in 1959, we've become one of the largest electrical contracting, construction, and engineering firms by bringing integrity, reliability, experience, efficiency, and safety to each job we perform. Five Star Electric works on the largest, high-profile projects in the New York Metropolitan area. As one of the largest specialty contracting firms in the United States, Five Star Electric with its diverse portfolio of work experience, has never failed to complete a project since inception. Five Star is regularly ranked in ENR magazines Top 600 Specialty Contractors in the United States. Five Star Electric's name reflects its promise - to continually achieve the highest "five-star" ranking on every project.

Across New York State our notable projects include, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, the Hudson Yards Platform, Madison Square Garden Transformation, Citi Field, 86th Street Station and multiple United Nations projects.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

Job Description

Design & Engineering

• Lead the electrical design process for commercial, industrial, institutional, or mission-critical projects.
• Develop and manage detailed electrical models and drawings in Revit , including power distribution, lighting, grounding, communication, fire alarm, and equipment layouts.
• Review and interpret specifications, drawings, codes (NEC, NFPA), and client standards.
• Perform electrical calculations, including load, fault current, voltage drop, and arc flash studies.
• Ensure accuracy, constructability, and coordination across disciplines.

Project Management & Coordination

• Oversee engineering deliverables from concept through construction and closeout.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, and other trades via BIM/Revit collaboration.
• Lead design meetings, clash detection sessions, and model reviews.
• Support project managers with schedules, budgets, submittals, RFIs, and change order documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving during construction.

Construction Support

• Review shop drawings, field change directives, and as-built drawings for accuracy.
• Assist field teams with installation coordination, resolving design conflicts, and implementing design changes.
• Participate in site visits to verify existing conditions and ensure compliance with engineered documents.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain adherence to the NEC, NFPA, local AHJ requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Conduct internal design reviews and peer checks.
• Ensure all Revit models and drawings meet company BIM standards and client deliverable requirements.

Team Leadership

• Mentor junior engineers and BIM designers.
• Provide training and oversight on Revit workflows, model management, and electrical design practices.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering and BIM processes.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Minimum Six (6) years of experience working as an electrical engineer within the construction or design/build industry required.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit for electrical modeling and multi-discipline coordination required.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related field is strongly preferred.
• Experience working for or with an electrical contractor is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of NEC and applicable electrical codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revizto, Bluebeam, BIM 360/ACC, & Procore.
• Ability to produce detailed drawings and specifications independently.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail.

Equal Opportunity Employer