Senior Electrical Engineer
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Portland, OR - USA
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Job Summary
Candidates across Massachusetts Connecticut Rhode Island Vermont New Hampshire and Maine will be considered
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design review and coordination of electrical systems for new construction remodels and infrastructure upgrades across commercial and retail facilities. This role provides technical leadership for power distribution lighting controls refrigeration support systems energy management system (EMS) integrations and other critical building systems.
The Senior Electrical Engineer partners with internal stakeholders consultants contractors and vendors to ensure code-compliant cost-effective and constructible solutions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Review design and coordinate electrical systems for new construction remodels and capital improvement projects.
Develop and review electrical plans load calculations circuiting equipment layouts and specifications.
Utilize AutoCAD and/or Revit to support electrical design and drawing reviews.
Coordinate electrical requirements with Architecture Mechanical Refrigeration Controls EMS and Construction teams.
Perform engineering reviews redlines and code compliance evaluations for design packages.
Support bid package preparation vendor selection and equipment procurement activities.
Evaluate system changes and provide technical recommendations to improve performance reliability safety and cost effectiveness.
Investigate and resolve equipment installation and field construction issues.
Research and assess emerging technologies equipment vendors and engineering best practices.
Ensure all designs meet client requirements applicable codes industry standards and utility requirements.
Provide senior-level technical review and redlining of electrical plans calculations and specifications prepared by internal teams or external engineering consultants.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel up to 15% to support field assessments site visits project meetings and construction inspections.
Conduct on-site assessments of existing electrical systems and provide recommendations regarding system condition safety and replacement needs.
Perform field inspections of completed installations for compliance with plans specifications and applicable codes. Prepare deficiency reports and support corrective actions.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering.
10 years of progressive electrical engineering experience within an MEP consulting design-build retail industrial or similar technical environment.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Extensive experience with electrical distribution lighting grounding and life safety systems in commercial retail industrial or supermarket facilities.
Demonstrated expertise performing highlevel technical reviews code compliance evaluations and system-level coordination.
Strong verbal and written communication skills including client-facing interaction.
Deep knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) applicable building codes and industry standards.
Proficiency in reviewing AutoCAD or Revit-based design packages.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Expert knowledge of commercial and retail electrical systems including power distribution lighting grounding and life safety.
Strong command of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) applicable building codes and utility requirements.
Proven ability to perform seniorlevel engineering review redlining and code compliance evaluation.
Experience coordinating electrical systems across mechanical refrigeration controls and architectural disciplines.
Demonstrated engineering judgment with the ability to assess constructability and recommend costeffective solutions.
Effective technical communicator with strong clientfacing consulting skills.
Project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments manage deadlines and support concurrent projects.
Ability to mentor junior engineers and support the development of engineering standards.
Detailoriented qualityfocused and effective at resolving complex technical issues.
ABOUT CBES
City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion including project design engineering construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate.
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES
CBES is part of a global network of leading professional services infrastructure management and data-driven sustainability solutions firms forstarters. We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.
We dont just hire anyone at CBES; were looking for team members with a deep sense of responsibility an ability to collaborate a desire to learn and grow a willingness to always lend a helping hand.
When you join CBES youre committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training or our Leadership Development framework CBES cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon.
Wondering if this is the place for you to take the next step in your career If you put clients first care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other this is the place for you!
So if youre ready to get started lets go!
CBES is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
City FM provides a full suite of end-to-end facilities management services, to partners across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
