Electrical Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Provide comprehensive engineering support for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, emergency power systems, EPO (Emergency Power Off), and building services equipment .

Posted 4/7/2026full-timePoughkeepsie • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive engineering support for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, emergency power systems, EPO (Emergency Power Off), and building services equipment
Oversee electrical and energy management systems, encompassing high-voltage distribution (115kV substations, 13.8kV systems) and critical utilities infrastructure
Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests and electrical faults by diagnosing root causes and implementing effective, sustainable solutions
Act as the primary technical liaison with Central Hudson, the local utility provider
Support financial planning activities, including budgeting for equipment lifecycle replacement and business case development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with 5-10 years of progressive experience in site facilities, manufacturing, or data center operations
Proficiency in SKM software for power system analysis and expertise in high-voltage electrical systems and critical infrastructure management
Strong project management capabilities including development, budgeting, and scheduling with exceptional independent problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for professional interaction across all organizational levels
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clients, suppliers, vendors, and contractors in team environments
Flexibility to work occasional weekends for planned maintenance activities
Demonstrated capacity to make sound engineering decisions independently in critical situations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical systemspower distributionemergency power systemshigh-voltage distributioncritical infrastructure managementroot cause analysissustainable solutionsproject managementbudgetingproblem-solving

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationindependent decision-makingflexibilityteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering