Senior Electrical Project Engineer

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 - $180,000 depending on experience

NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

Five Star Electric , a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Project Engineer for our office in Ozone Park, New York

About Five Star Electric

We make it happen- Electrifying the Greater New York Area Since 1959

From our founding in 1959, we've become one of the largest electrical contracting, construction, and engineering firms by bringing integrity, reliability, experience, efficiency, and safety to each job we perform. Five Star Electric works on the largest, high-profile projects in the New York Metropolitan area. As one of the largest specialty contracting firms in the United States, Five Star Electric with its diverse portfolio of work experience, has never failed to complete a project since inception. Five Star is regularly ranked in ENR magazines Top 600 Specialty Contractors in the United States. Five Star Electric's name reflects its promise - to continually achieve the highest "five-star" ranking on every project.

Across New York State our notable projects include, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, the Hudson Yards Platform, Madison Square Garden Transformation, Citi Field, 86th Street Station and multiple United Nations projects.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

The Sr. Electrical Project Engineer leads the engineering, design, and technical coordination of electrical construction projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and client expectations. This role requires advanced proficiency in Revit , strong project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with field teams, designers, and clients throughout all project phases.

Job Description:

Design & Engineering

• Lead the electrical design process for commercial, industrial, institutional, or mission-critical projects.

• Develop and manage detailed electrical models and drawings in Revit , including power distribution, lighting, grounding, communication, fire alarm, and equipment layouts.

• Review and interpret specifications, drawings, codes (NEC, NFPA), and client standards.

• Perform electrical calculations, including load, fault current, voltage drop, and arc flash studies.

• Ensure accuracy, constructability, and coordination across disciplines.

Project Management & Coordination

• Oversee engineering deliverables from concept through construction and closeout.

• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, and other trades via BIM/Revit collaboration.

• Lead design meetings, clash detection sessions, and model reviews.

• Support project managers with schedules, budgets, submittals, RFIs, and change order documentation.

• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving during construction.

Construction Support

• Review shop drawings, field change directives, and as-built drawings for accuracy.

• Assist field teams with installation coordination, resolving design conflicts, and implementing design changes.

• Participate in site visits to verify existing conditions and ensure compliance with engineered documents.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain adherence to the NEC, NFPA, local AHJ requirements, and internal quality standards.

• Conduct internal design reviews and peer checks.

• Ensure all Revit models and drawings meet company BIM standards and client deliverable requirements.

Team Leadership

• Mentor junior engineers and BIM designers.

• Provide training and oversight on Revit workflows, model management, and electrical design practices.

• Support continuous improvement of engineering and BIM processes.

Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Minimum Six (6) years of experience working as an electrical engineer within the construction or design/build industry required.

• Advanced proficiency in Revit for electrical modeling and multi-discipline coordination required.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related field is strongly preferred.

• Experience working for or with an electrical contractor is strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of NEC and applicable electrical codes.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revizto, Bluebeam, BIM 360/ACC, & Procore.

• Ability to produce detailed drawings and specifications independently.

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail.

Equal Opportunity Employer