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About the job

Location: Albany, New York, USA

Contract: Contract

About the role

Our client, a project services organisation, needs an Electrical Engineer on a contract basis in Albany, New York. You’ll support the electrical side of engineering projects, from design and calculations through to documentation, coordination and support during construction or installation.

You’ll develop and review electrical designs, prepare calculations and drawings, and make sure the work meets project requirements, applicable codes and client standards. You’ll work closely with project managers, other engineering disciplines, contractors and vendors, so you’ll need to communicate technical detail clearly and keep electrical deliverables aligned with the wider project schedule.

The role suits an engineer with sound technical judgement who is comfortable taking responsibility for their own work in a project environment. It’s based in Albany, the capital of New York State. Start date, duration and working pattern will be confirmed with candidates.

Main responsibilities

Develop electrical designs, including power distribution, lighting, grounding and control systems as required by each project

Prepare and check electrical calculations, such as load, cable sizing, voltage drop and short circuit studies

Produce and review drawings, single-line diagrams, schedules and specifications

Make sure designs comply with applicable codes, standards and client requirements

Coordinate with mechanical, civil, structural and other disciplines to resolve interface issues

Review vendor and contractor submittals, technical documentation and equipment data

Support procurement with technical input on electrical equipment

Provide technical support during construction, installation, testing and commissioning

Respond to technical queries and help resolve electrical issues on site

Requirements

Essential

Degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline

Experience as an Electrical Engineer in a design or project environment

Good working knowledge of electrical calculations, power distribution and system design

Familiarity with applicable US electrical codes and standards, such as the NEC

Able to produce and interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams

Good communication skills and comfortable working across disciplines

Able to work from Albany, New York

Desirable

Professional Engineer (PE) licence or progress towards one

Experience with AutoCAD or similar electrical design software

Experience with power system analysis software

Experience supporting construction, installation or commissioning activities

Experience on industrial, energy, infrastructure or commercial projects

The offer

Contract role with a project services organisation in Albany, New York

Involvement across the electrical project lifecycle, from design to site support

Start date, duration and rate to be confirmed with candidates

This contract role suits an Electrical Engineer who enjoys seeing designs carried through to delivery and working as part of a multi-discipline project team. You’ll take ownership of electrical engineering work in Albany and help projects meet their technical and schedule goals. If this matches your experience, apply below.