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Electrical Project Engineer

WB Engineers+Consultants
Wilmington, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2027
Overview

Seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing, employee-owned MEP consulting engineering firm. This role is ideal for an engineer with 5-10 years of experience who is ready to take ownership of project deliverables, serve as a key technical resource, and work directly with clients and project teams on complex facilities.

You will contribute to the design and delivery of projects across our Science & Technology and Mission Critical markets, including laboratories, life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, data centers, and secure environments. We are looking for a technically strong engineer who combines sound engineering judgment with excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and emergency power systems
  • Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents
  • Perform electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, voltage drop analyses, and other design studies
  • Support the design of standby power systems, generators, UPS systems, and critical power distribution infrastructure
  • Evaluate existing electrical systems and develop recommendations for renovations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements
  • Coordinate closely with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, structural, and owner teams throughout project delivery
  • Participate in client meetings, site investigations, design reviews, and construction progress meetings
  • Assist Project Managers with project planning, scope management, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication
  • Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, field observations, and punch list activities
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and technical leaders to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to project goals
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to a positive, team-oriented culture
  • Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, energy codes, industry standards, and firm quality requirements
Desired Technical Experience

Candidates should have experience in many of the following areas:

  • Utility service and power distribution design
  • Panelboard, switchboard, and switchgear design
  • Lighting and lighting controls
  • Fire alarm and life safety systems
  • Emergency power and generator systems
  • UPS and critical power infrastructure
  • Grounding and lightning protection systems
  • Power monitoring and metering systems
  • Revit/BIM project delivery
  • Construction administration and field investigations
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
  • 5-10 years of experience in electrical design within an MEP consulting engineering environment
  • EIT certification required; PE license or progress toward licensure preferred
  • Experience with data centers, mission critical, life sciences, laboratory, healthcare, telecommunications, or other technically demanding facilities is preferred
  • Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and electrical design software
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, building codes, energy codes, and industry standards
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
What Makes Someone Successful Here
  • Strong technical foundation and desire to continuously grow engineering expertise
  • Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues, and project partners
  • Collaborative, team-first approach to project delivery
  • Ownership mindset and commitment to quality
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to thrive in both autonomous and highly collaborative environments
Why WB Engineering

As an employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in our success. You'll have the opportunity to work on some of the nation's most challenging Science & Technology and Mission Critical projects while collaborating with experienced engineers who value technical excellence, mentorship, innovation, and exceptional client service.

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