Senior Electrical (MEP) Engineer - Boston MA

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC.  

Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development. 

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for our  Boston office supporting the function enterprise-wide.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Prepare calculations for feeders, services, short circuit, transformer size.


• Design building electrical distribution, fire alarm and security systems.


• Perform on-site surveys of existing electrical equipment.


• Determine schedules and details required for the project.  Review with project engineer.


• Attend job meetings as required.


• Ensure flow of information between disciplines.


• Assist in writing reports and feasibility studies.


• Support developing electrical standards.


• Prepare cost estimates and specifications.

The requirements for this position include: 

• 10 years of experience in designing electrical power distribution infrastructure, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, both interior and exterior, and lighting controls. 


• Knowledge should include familiarity with short circuit, arc flash coordination, design of interior and exterior lighting, and photometric calculations. 


• Background in commercial and healthcare facilities strongly preferred.  


• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering


• Knowledge of applicable codes including energy conservation.


• PE Preferred. EIT certification required. 


• LEED accreditation preferred.


• Proficiency with Revit design software with at least 1 year experience of formal design use.


• General understanding of Microsoft Office. 

Bala offers comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package


• 401(k) with employer match


• Employer Paid Life Insurance


• Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays


• 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off


• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement


• Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year


• Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)


• Employee Referral Program


• Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day remote work

As a multi-disciplined engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities. 

Bala’s compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with competitive market salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish. 

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