Senior Electrical Engineer


Sparta
Permanent
$115,000 - $175,000 USD a year
Building Services
PR/615224_1792420130
Senior Electrical Engineer

An established multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership across commercial, industrial, municipal, water/wastewater, and infrastructure projects. With a strong reputation for engineering excellence and long-standing client relationships, the firm offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of impactful projects while mentoring junior staff and helping shape the direction of the electrical team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a combination of technical responsibility, project leadership, and career growth within a collaborative environment.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for...

  • Lead the design and delivery of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, communications, controls, and energy systems for a variety of projects
  • Prepare, review, sign, and seal electrical drawings, specifications, load calculations, fault current analyses, and arc flash studies
  • Serve as the electrical discipline lead on multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with civil, mechanical, structural, and other engineering groups
  • Support project planning, budgeting, scope development, client meetings, and proposal preparation
  • Provide construction-phase support including RFI responses, submittal reviews, field inspections, and punch list development
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers while maintaining quality assurance and regulatory compliance across project deliverables

The Senior Electrical Engineer should have the following...

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited university
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey, or ability to obtain via reciprocity
  • 5-10+ years of electrical engineering experience with demonstrated project leadership and mentorship responsibilities
  • Experience with electrical systems design including power distribution, lighting, generators, ATS, switchgear, transformers, and fire alarm systems
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and familiarity with electrical analysis software such as SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower
  • Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IBC, and applicable building codes
  • Valid driver's license and ability to support occasional site visits and client meetings

Benefits

  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • Flexible scheduling and 20 days of paid time off
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for professional licenses and industry memberships
  • Collaborative culture focused on employee development, mentorship, and long-term career growth

If you're looking to take the next step in your engineering career while contributing to complex and meaningful projects, we'd love to hear from you.

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