Sr. Electrical Engineer

Position Overview

Vanderweil Engineers is a top ranked national full‐service engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. With nearly 75 years of experience and a team of 450+ across ten offices, we serve sectors including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. We are seeking experienced electrical design professionals to join our dynamic teams in our Newark or Philadelphia offices. If you’re looking for an opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's best minds and grow your career in a stable yet ever‐changing environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute electrical designs in accordance with the Electrical Department’s Procedures, Standards, and applicable client requirements.
• Understand electrical distribution equipment, workspace requirements, lighting layout, circuitry, and lighting controls.
• Apply knowledge of emergency systems including generators, ATS, and lighting inverters.
• Utilize Revit to model electrical system components per department and client standards.
• Prepare supporting documentation such as load calculations, voltage drop calculations, and lighting power density analyses.
• Model one-line diagrams in SKM and conduct short circuit analysis with coordination studies.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable Codes and Standards.
• Develop project specifications using CSI MasterFormat and drawing guidelines.
• Collaborate with architects, site/civil, and mechanical engineers to integrate electrical systems with overall project goals.
• Conduct site surveys of existing conditions to inform design activities and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience
• Strong understanding of the NEC, IBC, and IECC
• Working knowledge of Revit
• Strong analytical ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to attain FE/PE certification

Preferred Qualifications

• PE Preferred
• Experience with SKM, AGI 32, and AMPCALC 4
• LEED accreditation is a plus

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Commensurate with experience, education, and licensure; may range from $90,000 to $145,000.
• Hybrid work style with up to 2 days remote per week
• Wellness programs prioritizing physical and behavioral health
• Opportunities for career growth and stability
• A commitment to diversity in the workplace and equal opportunity employment