Sr Electrical Project Engineer Job Boston area,Massachusetts USA,Engineering

Overview

Lead Innovative Electrical Design at HGA - Washington, DC or Boston, MA!

Bring your passion and expertise in government, commercial, corporate, higher education, and/or performing arts projects to HGA
, an award‑winning, integrated architecture, engineering, and planning firm. As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer
, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing large‑scale electrical projects and teams–locally and nationally.

We're looking for a highly organized, communicative, and effective team player with a passion for high‑quality design and innovative problem‑solving
. If you thrive on leading teams, ensuring technical excellence, and delivering impactful designs, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career.

What You’ll Do

Lead electrical design on large‑scale projects across various sectors, including corporate
, higher education
, and performing arts
Manage project teams locally and nationally to ensure high‑quality, timely delivery of electrical systems and solutions
Develop and review electrical designs, including power distribution, lighting systems, and control systems, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design professionals
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate electrical systems into innovative, functional designs
Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and project teams to drive projects forward and ensure expectations are met

In this role you will

Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks, and work with the design team to determine scope, budget, and staffing.

Write scopes of work for electrical design based on preliminary review and meetings with the client.

Prepare engineering studies and schematic design for new systems and analyze operation of existing systems.

Present complex engineering analysis clearly and effectively to owner and design teams.

Document existing conditions and perform complex and detailed troubleshooting. Resolve a variety of complex problems, i.e. conflicting design requirements, code issues, varying design options, and difficult condition requirements.

Research non‑routine code issues and obtain interpretations from code officials.

Produce sketches and system schematics for complicated design tasks.

Prepare engineering opinion of probable cost for electrical systems and review contractor cost estimates.

Develop calculations using engineering formulas and skills for electrical designs such as whole building electrical loads, lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, editing specification sections, and creating punch lists.

Review drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards. Assure that drawings and designs are in accordance with design standards.

Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of construction processes and delivery methods, and

Assist in the education and development of design staff and act as a resource for questions.

You will need to have

BS or MS degree in electrical engineering
Professional licensure is required
12+ years of experience in leading design of government, commercial, corporate, higher education, and/or performing arts projects
Documented experience with an MEP engineering firm or A/E firm providing electrical design
Expertise in National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA) and an understanding of applicable (city, state, federal) requirements and pertinent standards as well as knowledge of IECC, LEED, and ASHRAE requirements
Working knowledge of Revit software
Familiarity with electrical analysis software (SKM, Easy Power) and knowledge of current sustainable technologies applicable to the design of commercial electrical systems

Salary Information

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to…


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