Junior Electrical Engineering Specialist
STV
About the Role
STV is seeking an early-career Junior Electrical Engineer to join its Systems Division in Boston, MA. This role focuses on developing technical expertise within the transportation, transit, rail, and infrastructure sectors, supporting the planning, design, analysis, and integration of electrical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and development of electrical systems for transportation, transit, rail, and infrastructure projects.
- Assist with the preparation of electrical design calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and engineering studies.
- Participate in the development of:
- Low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems
- Lighting systems
- Grounding and bonding systems
- Electrical equipment layouts
- Communications and control system interfaces
- Transit and rail facilities electrical systems
- Perform engineering calculations, including load analysis, voltage drop, short-circuit, and equipment sizing evaluations.
- Assist with field investigations, site visits, equipment assessments, and data collection.
- Support multidisciplinary coordination with civil, structural, track, signals, communications, traction power, and facilities engineering teams.
- Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and technical documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Participate in testing, commissioning, and startup activities.
- Prepare project documentation, presentations, cost estimates, and engineering deliverables.
- Attend client meetings, project workshops, and technical reviews.
- Support project managers in maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
- Continue professional development through technical training, mentorship, and project experience.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Systems Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 0–3 years of electrical engineering experience.
- Experience (internship, co-op, research, or project) related to electrical systems, transportation infrastructure, power systems, transit, rail, or facilities engineering.
- Understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles and design practices.
- Familiarity with engineering calculations and technical documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT/FE credentials.
- Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, or other engineering design platforms.
- Familiarity with electrical analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar tools.
- Exposure to transportation, transit, rail, airport, roadway, tunnel, or industrial infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of applicable industry standards including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, AREMA, or related codes and practices.
- Experience through internships or academic projects involving:
- Power distribution systems
- Lighting design
- Transit systems
- Rail infrastructure
- Communications systems
- Control systems
Compensation
$82,862.07 - $94,699.51
Benefits
- Health insurance (option with HSA)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transit/Parking)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
- Paid Holidays (9 days)
- Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days/year)
- Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships