Electrical Project Engineer (MEP) - New York, NY (1340)

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare calculations for feeders, services, short circuit, transformer size.
• Design building electrical distribution, fire alarm and security systems.
• Perform on-site surveys of existing electrical equipment.
• Determine schedules and details required for the project.
• Review with project engineer.
• Absenteeism.
• Attend job meetings as required.
• Ensure flow of information between disciplines.
• Aid in writing of reports and feasibility studies.
• Support developing electrical standards.
• Prepare cost estimates and specifications.

Requirements

• 7 to 10 years of experience in designing electrical power distribution infrastructure, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, both interior and exterior, and lighting controls.
• Knowledge should include familiarity with short circuit, arc flash coordination, design of interior and exterior lighting, and photometric calculations.
• Background in commercial and healthcare facilities strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of applicable codes including energy conservation.
• PE or EIT certification preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Proficiency with Revit design software with at least 1 year experience of formal design use.

Qualifications

The basic qualifications for this position include:

• Experience in designing electrical power distribution infrastructure, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, both interior and exterior, and lighting controls.
• Familiarity with short circuit, arc flash coordination, design of interior and exterior lighting, and photometric calculations.
• Background in commercial and healthcare facilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of applicable codes including energy conservation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Leadership in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer Paid Life Insurance.
• Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays.
• 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off.
• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work.

Pay

Market competitive salary structure.

Schedule

Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work.

Company Information

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC. Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development. Bala is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to sit in our New York City office supporting the function enterprise-wide.