Electrical Engineer I

About the Role

Bowman is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join their team in Towson, MD. This is an entry-level position with no prior experience required, though any professional experience is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design, including the development of construction documents.
• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution and direction as needed, especially on difficult assignments.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Design appropriate electrical systems in accordance with current code requirements and sound engineering principles.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, and occasionally clients.
• Conduct field observation visits to accurately document existing field conditions.
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks to complete the design in a sequential and efficient manner.
• Complete electrical calculations, including but not limited to load studies, voltage drop, panel/transformer/feeder loading, generator sizing, and illumination levels.
• Design and lay out electrical system devices, distribution components, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems as applicable to the project type.
• Accurately produce project construction documents to meet milestone schedules within a predetermined hourly budget.
• Attend coordination and design meetings as needed.
• Assist with project specifications and budget construction cost estimating.
• Address comments from clients, AHJ’s, and other review authorities; adjust designs accordingly.
• If directed, review all project-related construction administrative items, such as shop drawings, RFIs, and change order proposals.
• Work within established project budgets.
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of all applicable codes for the discipline.
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• AutoCAD
• Revit
• SKM software tools
• Lighting Design software (e.g., AGI, Visual)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline required at the time of employment.
• Entry-level position; no prior experience required. Any professional experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software, SKM software tools, and/or Lighting Design software (i.e., AGI, Visual, etc.).
• EIT and LEED accreditation preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Progress toward or plans to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

Working Conditions

• Eligible for remote work arrangements.
• Primarily indoor professional office environment.
• Occasional outdoor work environment, potentially including adverse weather conditions.
• Occasional mobility around a job/construction site, including walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling, and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Occasional local travel during the business day; some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.