Electrical Engineer Pe

Electrical Engineer PE - Job Description

As an Electrical Engineer PE, you will engage in field work to document as-built conditions and damage to structural systems caused by both natural events like floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes, as well as human-induced origins such as design and construction errors. You will utilize building codes, technical knowledge of structural behavior, and construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations and conduct cause and origin analyses. Your role involves evaluating design drawings and documentation, communicating with clients, interfacing with code officials and contractors, and providing detailed reports. You will manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Document as-built conditions and damage to electrical systems and equipment due to natural and human-induced causes.
• Utilize building codes and technical knowledge to establish repair scope recommendations and conduct cause and origin analyses.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Provide electrical support for fire origin and cause analysis.
• Communicate with clients and interface with code officials and contractors.
• Manage multiple project assignments, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution.
• Retain and develop client relationships.
• Travel throughout the US as needed, sometimes on short notice.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in New Jersey through NCEES examination.
• Knowledge of multiple types of construction: Cement, Steel, Concrete, Wood frame, Masonry, Building Envelopes.
• Ability to physically carry and climb ladders for roof access and navigate steep-slope roofing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Multiple state registrations or the ability to obtain them.
• Good driving record and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Experience in structural steel design and construction.

Work Environment

The role requires working Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM in the office, with travel across the country to disaster sites, which may range from 1-2 days to several weeks depending on the evaluation speed. The work environment features no micromanaging and offers a great culture and good working environment. The company provides competitive salary and benefits including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation. Though international, the company maintains a family-owned feeling, with the President and executive team always present.

This is a Permanent position based out of Branchburg, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k Medical Dental Health ESOP LIFE & HEALTH

This is a Permanent position based out of Branchburg, NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Branchburg,NJ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.