Who We Are: Founded in 1911, James Posey Associates (JPA) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering and commissioning services to clients throughout the eastern U.S. The firm’s portfolio includes a wide variety of projects in the education, government, healthcare, research, historic, and cultural market sectors, including iconic facilities with high-profile clients. JPA utilizes progressive engineering technologies, embraces sustainable design principles, and promotes full project collaboration through Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management strategies.
Whether entry level or seasoned, candidates for this position can expect JPA to provide mentoring and professional development aimed at assisting talented staff achieve their professional goals. The company structure fosters an environment for employees to grow at their pace. Opportunities to succeed with JPA, coupled with the firm’s collaborative environment and attractive benefits package, contribute to JPA’s long history of successful staff retention.
What We’re Looking For: JPA is currently seeking a full-time Electrical Project Engineer, ideally with building design experience in power distribution systems, lighting and lighting control systems, and low-voltage fire alarm and communications systems. Applicants may be a recent college graduate with an electrical engineering degree or an electrical power/lighting engineer with experience in the building and construction industry. Applicants should expect to work primarily with project engineers, project managers, and other senior staff; coordinate with the work of other trades; and serve an active role in the daily design, engineering, and production of projects. JPA expects applicants to work collaboratively at the office while offering a limited hybrid schedule. Ideal candidates should possess the following:
- Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree(s) in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
- EIT status (or PE licensure) is preferred, but not required
- Additional certifications such as LC, RCDD, LEED AP, or WELL AP are preferred, but not required
- Proficiency in Autodesk REVIT and AutoCAD design software is required
- Proficiency or working familiarity with AGi32 lighting software and SKM power software packages
- Proficiency and/or experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and other commonly-used engineering software packages
Ideal candidates must also demonstrate:
- Professional work ethic and strong desire to work as part of a multi-discipline design team
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Problem-solving, decision-making, and analytic skills
- Progressive, energetic, and positive work attitude to contribute to and excel in a team environment
- Familiarity with national, state, and local building codes, energy codes, and industry standards
- Experience in design, modeling, and drafting building electrical system components
JPA’s competitive compensation and benefits package includes:
- Competitive salaries, including paid time for hours worked beyond the normal 40-hour work week
- Performance-based bonus
- Health, vision, and dental insurance (employee and family/dependent plans)
- Generous company-funded 401(k) profit sharing retirement plan
- Paid personal time off (PTO) and eight paid holidays
- Mentoring and individual professional development plans – networking events, seminars, and training
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Community engagement, environmental stewardship, and social events
- Free on-site parking and fitness center amenities
Please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
