Senior Electrical Engineer – Lead Power & Building Systems

Actalent; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Somerset, NJ seeks a Project Lead for multi-phase building design projects. You will guide feasibility, conceptual and basis of design reports, and detailed design, coordinating with clients and a design team. The role requires senior electrical engineering experience, CAD proficiency, and strong knowledge of codes and medium voltage systems.

The position is hybrid, permanent, with a pay range of $130,000 to $180,000 per year, plus comprehensive health, retirement, and PTO benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering/design experience in building design.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Expertise in CAD programs (AutoCAD/Revit) and electrical design tools.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical system design and codes.
• Experience with medium voltage, hazardous classified areas, and telecom systems.
• 4 years of experience overseeing engineers and designers on project teams.
• PE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Lead on all project phases including feasibility, risk assessment, basis of design, and detailed design.
• Break projects into tasks, define scope, budget, and staffing with the PM.
• Prepare design scopes, studies, and schematic designs for new systems.
• Review operation of existing systems and coordinate with code officials.
• Assign and review work of the design team and monitor progress.
• Communicate scope changes to clients and PM; review contractor payments.
• Coordinate project completion with clients and external design professionals.
• Perform engineering calculations for sizing and protection and prepare budgets.
• Contribute to design standards and mentor staff.

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

EasyPower

AmpCALC

Job description

Actalent in Somerset, NJ seeks a Project Lead for multi-phase building design projects. You will guide feasibility, conceptual and basis of design reports, and detailed design, coordinating with clients and a design team. The role requires senior electrical engineering experience, CAD proficiency, and strong knowledge of codes and medium voltage systems.

The position is hybrid, permanent, with a pay range of $130,000 to $180,000 per year, plus comprehensive health, retirement, and PTO benefits.