Senior Electrical Engineer

Riverscape Search Agency; Natick (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Building Systems in Boston/MetroWest seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead building systems design for projects across New England. You will deliver power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low voltage systems for commercial, municipal, healthcare, and institutional facilities, guiding project teams and ensuring quality throughout.

The ideal candidate is a licensed PE with eight or more years of experience, proficient with AutoCAD and Revit, and capable of mentoring junior

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Licensed PE preferred.
• Eight+ years of electrical building systems design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical systems for multiple facility types.
• Prepare load calculations, equipment sizing, and drawings.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers and project teams.
• Perform construction administration including site visits and reviews.
• Contribute to QA/QC to ensure technical excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide technical decisions.
• Engage with clients to present solutions.

Skills

Power distribution

Lighting design

Fire alarm systems

Low voltage systems

Load calculations

One line diagrams

Coordination with disciplines

Construction administration

QA/QC

Mentoring

Client interaction

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

MEP Building Systems

Boston / MetroWest | Hybrid Schedule

A growing A/E firm with deep regional reach is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead building systems design for projects across New England.

This role is built for a licensed PE who wants technical leadership, variety in project types, and a collaborative culture focused on professional growth.

You will design and deliver electrical systems for commercial, municipal, healthcare, industrial, and institutional facilities, and play a key role throughout project delivery.

What you will lead

• Power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low voltage systems design


• Load calculations, equipment sizing, one line diagrams, and detailed drawings


• Coordination with architects, structural engineers, and project teams


• Construction administration including site visits and technical reviews


• QA/QC to maintain technical excellence


• Mentoring junior engineers and guiding technical decisions


• Client interaction and presenting solutions

Why this opportunity matters

This environment provides more than routine drafting. You will:

• Work in an integrated delivery setting that blends engineering, construction, and program services


• Collaborate across disciplines and market sectors


• Gain exposure to public and private sector work with long term program continuity


• Be part of a culture that values collaboration, idea sharing, and career development


• Have access to mentoring, continuing education, and leadership growth opportunities

What they are looking for

• BS in Electrical Engineering


• PE license


• Eight or more years of electrical building systems design experience


• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and engineering tools


• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and energy efficiency principles


• Leadership, mentoring, and excellent communication skills