Jacobs · 8 hours ago
Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services Design
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$155K/yr - $215K/yr
5+ years expJacobs is transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. As an Electrical Engineer in their New York office, you will manage multiple projects, oversee junior staff, and interface with clients while designing various electrical systems and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Hiring Manager
Troy Gwin
Responsibilities
Design full low and medium voltage electrical systems, including power, emergency power systems, batteries, lighting, fire alarm and signaling systems
From planning studies to final design, the associate electrical engineer will lead in preparing contract documents for plans, specifications, and cost estimates for complex projects
Design lighting systems including associated control systems
Prepare load analysis for each stage of design
Prepare detailed project electrical systems drawings
Prepare basis of design reports and technical specifications for the project
Expertly apply knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering and design concepts, principles, best practices, codes, and guidelines related to electrical engineering industry
Select and prepare specifications for electrical equipment
Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and with project architects across multiple locations
Manage several different assignments simultaneously
Work with a Senior Level Electrical Engineer for quality control and quality assurance of electrical engineering plans, specifications, and estimates
Mentor junior staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, or other applied technical disciplines related to the built environment
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive project management experience, including demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and administer design and construction contracts in an owner-side, consulting, or public-sector environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear documentation, correspondence, and presentation materials
Experience in client service and stakeholder management, including coordination with diverse internal and external parties
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to a variety of project management and document control tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, Bluebeam, MS Project), primarily for project oversight, coordination, and reporting
Demonstrated flexibility and situational awareness, with the ability to adapt to changing project conditions and stakeholder needs
Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment, document decisions, and escalate issues appropriately within established governance structures
Preferred
Professional Engineer, EIT, or CCM
Experience in the southeast US construction industry
Excellent written communications skills
Experience managing consultants and contractors in an owner-side or oversight role
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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