Senior Electrical Designer - MA, PA (Hybrid)
Who we are!
Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For over 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors—including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.
If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds in the industry, we are looking for you. We offer growth and stability in an ever-changing volatile environment. We are looking for a Senior Electrical Designer in our Power group.
Our Power Department is leading the future of the energy and utility generation industry, focused on combined heat and power, alternative fuels like biogas and hydrogen, fuel cells, and battery storage, among many other cutting-edge technologies.
Responsibilities include the following:
- Produce drawings and design of electrical systems for heavy industrial projects such as cogeneration power plants, central heating and cooling plants, renewable energy systems and large chillers and boilers.
- Must have general understanding of medium voltage and low voltage electrical distribution systems including switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, panelboards, generators, and transformers.
- Should be capable of designing switchgear, relaying & metering diagrams, lighting, raceways, grounding systems, and lightning protection systems.
- Investigation and interpreting manufactures data, set up of model views and sheets using corporate standard.
- Perform design calculations including feeder and branch circuit sizing, protective device sizing and voltage drop for review by the Engineer of Record.
- Coordinate routing of cable, and miscellaneous components with other trades.
- Assuring tasks are complete, accurate and in accordance with good engineering practice.
- Review project files for compliance with standards and procedures.
- Ability to interpret one-line diagrams, AC three-line diagrams and DC elementary diagrams.
- Design and layout systems, create drawings and wiring plans for installation.
- Should have experience with physical design of conduits and cable trays.
- Validate designs and prepare customer presentation materials.
- Use the companies’ internal database to plan personnel and scheduling needs.
Essential Skills & Requirements:
- Associate degree or equivalent from a vocational training program or technical school.
- 5 plus years’ experience desired.
- Revit certification extremely required or capable of learning.
- Familiarity with NEC and NESC is essential, IEEE desirable.
- Experience using BIM360 Cloud Collaboration platform is a plus.
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Motivated and self-sufficient, strong computer skills and detail-oriented perspectives.
- Ability to work individually or in a team setting with strong interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Customer service perspective with the ability to communicate effectively with staff and clients.
- Knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook.
Our Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture
We know that work/life integration is important to our employees. Our hybrid work style allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.
We prioritize wellness with programs that support physical and behavioral health, and we’re proud to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Learn more about our culture at www.vanderweil.com.
The total compensation that we expect to pay for this position is dependent on years of experience, licensure, education, geographic location, and project portfolio but expected to be in the$90,000.00 to $115,000.00 annually.
Skills Required
- Associate degree or equivalent vocational training or technical school education
- Five or more years of experience
- Revit certification or ability to learn Revit
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
- Knowledge of IEEE standards
- Experience with BIM360 Cloud Collaboration platform
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Customer service orientation and ability to communicate with staff and clients
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
What We Do
Vanderweil is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology, sustainability, commissioning, and power engineering firm dedicated to providing customized and innovative engineering solutions through excellent client service. We have designed MEP/FP systems for buildings of all types and sizes, as well as cogeneration plants up to 50 MW, chilled water plants up to 100,000 tons, hundreds of miles of transmission lines up to 345 kV, and utility grade substations up to 1,000 MVA. We seek to create engineering designs that reflect and support our client’s project goals for program functionality, quality and maintenance, aesthetics, environmental impact, occupant comfort and health, space use, performance, and cost. We achieve this through close collaboration with our clients and fellow team members. Sustainability is a core value at Vanderweil. Our buildings incorporate sustainability provisions ranging from the pragmatic to the cutting edge. We are an active participant in the AIA 2030 commitment and a LEED Proven Provider, a USGBC designation recognizing firms with exceptional performance. We are an independently owned company that values its clients, its employees and the environment. We strive to give opportunities to people of all backgrounds, and take seriously our role as professional engineers in upholding public safety and prioritizing our clients’ interests.
