Position: Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: New York, NY 10003
Duration: 2 Years contract (with potential for extension)
Pay Rate: $60/hr - $65/hr (depending on experience)
Work Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
Working Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM or 7:00 AM - 3:45 PM (Some OT as required)
Roles and Responsibilities:
The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing complex engineering assignments in support of Capital and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) projects. This includes electrical design and review tasks related to commercial buildings, service centers, substations, and other utility infrastructure. This role involves coordination with architects, engineers, users, and consultants, ensuring code compliance and design integrity.
Core Responsibilities:
- Design and engineer electrical systems for Capital and O&M projects involving utility buildings, commercial spaces, substations, IT infrastructure, and transportation operations.
- Develop design criteria and ensure the accuracy and completeness of engineering drawings.
- Provide technical reviews and approvals for contractor designs, calculations, shop drawings, and submittals.
- Perform field design modifications as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NYS/NYC Building Codes, and NFPA standards.
- Perform electrical engineering calculations, including:
- Breaker coordination
- Short circuit analysis
- Voltage drop
- Cable and conduit sizing
- Lighting design
- Equipment selection (e.g., switchgear, generators, UPS systems)
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum of 8 years in electrical design and engineering
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NYS/NYC Building Codes, and NFPA standards
- Proficient in electrical system design and calculations as listed above
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience: 6+ years of relevant engineering experience with a Master's degree
