Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

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Generouspaid time off and holidays.

Greatopportunity for advancement with a growing company.

Variedinsurance offerings with employer matching.

401(k)savings plan with employer match.

Hybrid schedule available

The Electrical Project Engineer, working closely with the Engineering Manager and the project team, is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the electrical aspects or projects from design through commissioning. This role serves as the technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and customers to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to customer expectations.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and controls but is primarily focused on project execution, design reviews, schedule management, testing, documentation, and customer coordination.

• Coordinate electrical activities from project kickoff through commissioning
• Review electrical designs, schematics, panel layouts, and documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project requirements
• Manage electrical project schedules, and deliverables while working with internal teams and customers
• Track electrical equipment, materials, and vendor deliverables to support manufacturing and project schedules
• Coordinate engineering design changes and ensure revisions are properly documented and communicated to manufacturing and customers
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers regarding electrical system design, project progress, and technical issues
• Work closely with mechanical engineers, controls engineers, technicians, and production personnel to resolve technical questions during fabrication and assembly
• Coordinate and witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), ensuring systems meet contractual and functional requirements before shipments
• Assist in reviewing project specifications, P&IDs, electrical standards, and customer requirements to ensure compliance with applicable codes and AVANTech quality standards
• Identify project risks, resolve technical issues, and help maintain project schedules through proactive communication and coordination
• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support customer meetings, testing, and commissioning activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial electrical systems, controls, automation, or project engineering. Recent graduates with strong internship or co-op experience will also be considered
• Experience reading and reviewing electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control panel drawings
• Familiarity with industrial PLC and HMI systems (Allen-Bradley preferred) is beneficial but programming experience is not required
• Experience coordinating projects, managing priorities, and working with cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, engineers, technicians, and project stakeholders
• Ability to review technical documentation and identify design improvements or potential issues
• Working knowledge of NEC and applicable electrical codes
• Experience with AutoCAD electrical or similar electrical drafting software is preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support customer meetings, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities
• High awareness of safe working practices and procedures
• Allcandidates must be able to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, andbackground investigation
• US Citizenship is required

Full-time,salaried, exempt. Relocation assistance available.

Annual salary based on experience.

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