Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Jaros, Baum & Bolles (JB&B); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k employer match

Stock options

PTO

Training and professional development

Job summary

Jaros, Baum & Bolles in New York City seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead electrical design for base-building and tenant-fit-out projects within the Trinity Built Environment division.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD; duties include coordinating schedules, preparing contract documents, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on major commercial and data-center projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering projects.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of SD/DD/CD phases and specs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads design for electrical scope on base-building and tenant-fit-out projects; assembles drawings, schedules, and floor plans; participates in specification writing.
• Establishes design criteria from project proposals and prepares basis of design documents.
• Produces complete contract documents for electrical trade including equipment layout and risers.
• Leads design for ancillary systems (UPS, generators, pumps, water systems) as needed.
• Reviews shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and performs site visits to verify implementation.
• Supports in creating a project schedule and ensures tasks are completed on time.

Skills

Project management

Coordination

Communication

Leadership

Design review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Join JB&B and shape the future of the built environment!

Founded in 1915, Jaros, Baum & Bolles has been a pillar of engineering innovation in New York City for over a century. Specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), JB&B has contributed to some of the most iconic buildings.

In October 2025, JB&B joined forces with Trinity Consultants, a global consulting firm focused on the natural and built environments. JB&B now operates within Trinity’s Built Environment division, combining its deep expertise in high-performance building systems with Trinity’s strengths in acoustic design, facility operations, commissioning, and technology strategy.

This strategic merger expands JB&B’s capabilities and offers employees:

• Access to a broader portfolio of international projects and clients
• Enhanced career mobility across Trinity’s global network
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with experts in sustainability, environmental science, and digital infrastructure

About the Role

JB&B is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join the Electrical department at our New York office. The Senior Project Engineer is a technically skilled and experienced engineer with excellent communication, coordination, project management and leadership skills. This role typically manages one to two smaller projects and is the key designer on larger base-building and infrastructure upgrade projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the design on Tenant fit-out projects and is a key designer on base building/infrastructure upgrades; assembles riser diagrams, schedules, and floor plans; participates in specification writing.
• Establishes design criteria from the project proposal and assembles basis of design documents.
• Assembles a complete set of contract documents for their trade including the lay out main equipment rooms, closets, shafts, risers, etc.
• Leads design for their trade’s ancillary systems required for a project and can assemble scope associated drawings with these systems (e.g. UPS, generators, fuel, secondary water pumps, water reclamation system, etc.).
• Reviews shop drawings, RFI’s, Contractor change orders, performs site visits and punch-lists with limited supervision to verify that designs are being implemented accurately.
• Assists in establishing an efficient project schedule for his/her project team that ensures appropriate use of resources while adhering to deadlines.
• Assists in following up on progress and completion of tasks; holds team members accountable to completing tasks on time regardless of his/her position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 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)
• Proficient in all design calculations and software tools (e.g., Revit and AutoCAD) applicable to their discipline

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:

$110,000-$140,000 a year.

Salary ranges are posted for visibility but can be negotiated based on candidate qualifications and years of experience.

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.