What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at New Jersey Schools Development Authority?
Company Description The New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) is the State agency responsible for fully funding and managing new construction, modernization, and renovation of school facilities in 31 SDA Districts. It also provides grants covering at least 40 percent of eligible project costs to Regular Operating Districts across New Jersey. The SDA manages an active project portfolio valued at approximately $2 billion and has overseen more than 850 completed school facilities projects and over 5,400 grants statewide. Team members contribute to building state-of-the-art learning environments for New Jersey’s children and join a mission-driven organization that values both technical and non-technical expertise. Candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@njsda.gov and visit www.njsda.gov for more information on current openings and the SDA’s work.
Role Description The Electrical Engineer is a full-time, hybrid role based in Trenton, NJ, with opportunities for partial work from home. Under the direction of the Managing Director, the Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and overseeing the installations of electrical systems for new school construction projects. This position ensures all electrical work meets applicable codes, safety standards, and functional requirements for educational environments. Residency in New Jersey is a requirement for consideration for this position.
Salary Range $105,900-115k
Qualifications
1. Outstanding communication, analytical and problem solving skills with demonstrated ability to comprehend and interpret program requirements.
2. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively with both internal and external partners. 3. Outstanding organizational skills to successfully and simultaneously undertake multiple project assignments. Demonstrated ability to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment while collaborating with professional staff, both individually and as a team.
4. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
5. AutoCad proficiency required.
6. Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
7. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
8. Minimum 7-10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on school or educational facility projects.
9. Knowledge of construction codes, and the regulatory environment affecting school planning, design, and construction. Conversancy with New Jersey Codes (NJ UCC, NJ Best Practices, and NJSA 6A:26) highly desirable.
10. New Jersey schools design experience highly desirable.
Salary : $105,900 - $115,000