POSITION SUMMARY
The Sr. Electrical Engineer (PE required) will support our MEP Engineering Department. This role reviews, designs, and coordinates the electrical scope for new and remodeled supermarket projects and supports construction coordination. The position also evaluates electrical capacity and compatibility for existing stores.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare electrical plans, circuit grouping, equipment selection/specifications and equipment layouts.
Utilize AutoCAD to develop electrical system designs.
Coordinate electrical design with Energy Management, Store Planning, and A/E teams.
Review and support electrical requirements for new technologies and systems, ensuring optimal equipment selection related to energy use, environmental impact, maintenance, and cost.
Develop and review electrical bid packages, including addendums for refrigeration, HVAC, and EMS specifications.
Purchase electrical equipment, issue requisitions for large orders, and sign invoices when required.
Coordinate and resolve equipment quality, delivery, and installation issues with project management, purchasing, vendors, and contractors; assess installation quality.
Support sequencing of work, temporary and permanent electrical connections.
Investigate system design changes and provide recommendations.
Assist in researching and evaluating new equipment, vendors, contractors, and methods for performance, cost, and quality.
Work with vendors to develop high‑quality equipment that meets performance and merchandising requirements.
Travel up to 15%.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or 10-15 years of electrical design/installation experience in a retail environment.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Supermarket electrical systems experience preferred.
Ability to analyze/redline electrical plans and identify solutions.
Strong oral and written communication skills; experience interacting directly with clients.
Experience with refrigeration systems beneficial.
AutoCAD experience beneficial (not required)
ABOUT CBES
City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources, CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion, including project design, engineering, construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate.
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES?
CBES is part of a global network of leading professional services, infrastructure management, and data-driven sustainability solutions firms for starters. We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.
We don’t just hire anyone at CBES; we’re looking for team members with a deep sense of responsibility, an ability to collaborate, a desire to learn and grow, a willingness to always lend a helping hand.
When you join CBES, you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too – helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training or our Leadership Development framework – CBES cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon.
Wondering if this is the place for you to take the next step in your career? If you put clients first, care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other, this is the place for you!
So, if you’re ready to get started, let’s go!
CBES is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.