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Title: Senior Project Engineer, Electrical - NJ
Level: 4-6
Reports to: Group Leader
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Position Overview
AMA Group is currently seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their growing team. You will be responsible for working on a range of projects, both big and small. As a part of your role, you will receive guidance and mentorship from senior engineers and will be trained to become a project manager. You will be given the opportunity to lead projects and represent AMA in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members. This position offers tremendous potential for professional growth and development.
This role is a career development position; you will conduct work assignments of increasing complexity and contribute to team objectives and outcomes.
Role Responsibilities
As a Senior Project Engineer, Electrical engineer, you will be responsible for the internal growth of each project. As a subject matter expert, the daily design activities will flow through your desk. In your role, you will:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required; PE highly preferred
Experience
AMA Group is considered an industry leader in the design of MEP/FP building systems for media, broadcast, and production facilities, including sound stage campuses, having a portfolio of over 1000 such completed projects, as well as a diverse array of corporate, financial, education and residential mixed-use, and high-rise clients. AMA Group employs 200 dedicated and talented professionals with 40 licensed professional engineers and many others holding a variety of technology, energy, and sustainability-related certifications. Founded in 2000 in New York City, we’ve grown to provide a comprehensive suite of services across national offices in New York, New Jersey, California, Florida, and Texas.
The Employee Experience
At AMA, people are at the heart of everything we are and what we do. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all our employees flourish, individually as a team; with employee experience at our focal point, we are dedicated to ensuring employees’ development, wellness, and overall experiences are satisfying and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package to our team members and provide an open, honest, and fun work environment. We were voted 2023 Best Medium Companies to Work for in New York, New Jersey, and Los Angeles.
About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.
Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, company-paid short term and long term disability, basic group life and AD&D, and mental wellness support through Spring Health.
Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
EEO is the Law
Level: 4-6
Reports to: Group Leader
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Position Overview
AMA Group is currently seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their growing team. You will be responsible for working on a range of projects, both big and small. As a part of your role, you will receive guidance and mentorship from senior engineers and will be trained to become a project manager. You will be given the opportunity to lead projects and represent AMA in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members. This position offers tremendous potential for professional growth and development.
This role is a career development position; you will conduct work assignments of increasing complexity and contribute to team objectives and outcomes.
Role Responsibilities
As a Senior Project Engineer, Electrical engineer, you will be responsible for the internal growth of each project. As a subject matter expert, the daily design activities will flow through your desk. In your role, you will:
- Produce complete electrical systems design drawings in accordance with the code.
- Collaborate in solving a variety of complex engineering problems (e.g., conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements).
- Keep senior staff informed of important and relevant service/design decisions and the objectives of the client are achieved.
- Make sure you are responding to requests and communicating information accurately and in a timely manner.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required; PE highly preferred
Experience
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Electrical engineering
- Working knowledge of building codes and standards, engineering drafting standards, Electrical engineering standards, and other trades
- Understanding of the construction process and interpretation of construction drawings
- Ability to accept a high degree of responsibility in a team-based organization, combined with the ability to work independently
- Excellent technical knowledge of electrical systems; ability to investigate, identify, and provide solutions to technical problems
- Experience in the preparation of technical reports for delivery directly to a client audience
- Expert skills with AutoCAD and Revit
AMA Group is considered an industry leader in the design of MEP/FP building systems for media, broadcast, and production facilities, including sound stage campuses, having a portfolio of over 1000 such completed projects, as well as a diverse array of corporate, financial, education and residential mixed-use, and high-rise clients. AMA Group employs 200 dedicated and talented professionals with 40 licensed professional engineers and many others holding a variety of technology, energy, and sustainability-related certifications. Founded in 2000 in New York City, we’ve grown to provide a comprehensive suite of services across national offices in New York, New Jersey, California, Florida, and Texas.
The Employee Experience
At AMA, people are at the heart of everything we are and what we do. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all our employees flourish, individually as a team; with employee experience at our focal point, we are dedicated to ensuring employees’ development, wellness, and overall experiences are satisfying and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package to our team members and provide an open, honest, and fun work environment. We were voted 2023 Best Medium Companies to Work for in New York, New Jersey, and Los Angeles.
About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.
Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, company-paid short term and long term disability, basic group life and AD&D, and mental wellness support through Spring Health.
Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
EEO is the Law
