Senior Electrical Engineer – PE Required

CBES Group

Senior Electrical Engineer ensuring compliance and quality in electrical engineering deliverables across diverse projects. Mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with clients and consultants to optimize designs.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeBurlington • Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in electrical engineering, focusing on technical reviews, code compliance, and system coordination. Proficient in mentoring engineers and enhancing design criteria to optimize performance and cost efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License10+ Years Of Electrical Engineering ExperienceExpertise In Electrical Distribution And Lighting SystemsProficiency In AutoCAD Or Revit

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Hard Skills

Technical ReviewCode Compliance EvaluationElectrical Distribution SystemsLighting SystemsGrounding SystemsLife Safety SystemsSystem-Level CoordinationField InspectionsDeficiency ReportingOn-Site Assessments

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationClient-Facing InteractionMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)MEP ConsultingBuilding CodesElectrical InfrastructureCommercial FacilitiesRetail FacilitiesIndustrial FacilitiesSupermarket Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide senior-level technical review and redlining of electrical plans, calculations, and specifications prepared by internal teams or external engineering consultants
Ensure all designs meet client criteria, applicable codes, and best engineering practices
Lead coordination of electrical systems with mechanical, refrigeration, EMS/controls, architectural, and MEPR design disciplines
Consult with electric utilities regarding service requirements, metering, and switchgear configuration
Advise project managers, vendors, and contractors on equipment selection, installation constraints, and constructability considerations
Conduct on-site assessments of existing electrical systems and prepare recommendations regarding system condition, safety, and replacement needs
Perform field inspections of completed installations for compliance with plans, specifications, and code
Prepare deficiency reports and support corrective action
Partner with clients to enhance design criteria, drive standardization, and identify opportunities for increased performance or reduced total cost
Serve as a subject matter expert for resolving complex technical issues related to electrical infrastructure
Mentor and support development of junior and mid-level electrical engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of electrical engineering experience within an MEP consulting 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 high‑level 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

28 days of PTO
401(k) with immediate vesting and company match