Electrical Engineer I

About the Role

The Entry-Level Electrical Engineer focuses on the design and engineering of power, lighting, grounding/bonding, special systems (e.g., telephone/data, security, fire alarm), raceway, cable tray, and other electrical control and building support systems into the built work environment. Project work will be under the direction of a more experienced engineer and may include all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Works under the direction of a more experienced engineer to execute design responsibilities.
• Designs electrical systems of basic complexity in conformance with code requirements and in coordination with other design disciplines.
• Works closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.
• Performs illumination calculations, power load calculations, conduit and wire sizing calculations, and other engineering calculations of basic complexity as required to confirm project requirements are met.
• Develops electrical systems documentation in the form of narratives, reports, drawings and diagrams to be used for construction of basic complexity.
• Utilizes various platforms to execute work, such as Microsoft Office products and available BIM software.
• Attends professional development activities.
• Conducts basic field investigations to integrate the design with existing systems and structures.
• May work on one or more projects simultaneously as directed by a Supervisor.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Typical tasks and deliverables include power load, illumination, short circuit and voltage drop calculations; basis of design reports; code evaluations; one-line diagrams; plans; schedules; installation details; and coordination with manufacturers and construction trade partners.
• Tasks will include utilizing software for building information modeling, computer-aided drafting and engineering calculations.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• 0 to 3 years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting.
• Fundamentals of Engineering exam registration or completion (Preferred).
• Fundamental experience with performing engineering calculations and developing and implementing electrical lighting, power and special systems designs (Preferred).
• Ability to interface with clients and external partners (Preferred).
• Ability to travel as required for client development and project execution (Preferred).
• Fundamental experience conducting field surveys of existing conditions and providing support of field reporting activities (Preferred).
• Proficient at fundamental electrical design calculations under the supervision of an engineer (Preferred).