Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) (Entry Level)

Garver•Kansas City, KS

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

As part of the Buildings team for Garver, this Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) will support the assessment of existing facilities and the development of electrical designs in support of various Buildings projects. Specifically, this responsibility will include a variety of projects related to investigating, planning, design, and commissioning of: Existing facilities components and systems Facility electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems In addition, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines and coordination with regional offices. Assisting project managers in the design of projects. Following quality assurance and quality control plans. Gaining hands-on experience through site visits and occasional travel to project locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or architectural engineering with an electrical focus from an ABET-accredited university of college.
Registered Engineer In Training (EIT) or ability to become registered within 6 months of start date.
Strong communication skills.
Proficient with MS Office Suite.
Ability to communicate with and interact with project team members, building owner representatives, and architectural clients.
Willingness to participate in client relations alongside project managers and senior staff.
Foundational knowledge of building components and systems.
Proficiency in CAD and BIM design software to assist in producing construction drawings.
Ability to perform electrical related calculations with oversight.
Utilize Microsoft Excel-based calculation tools for design calculations.
Capacity to manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks effectively.
Accountability for personal time management and the quality of assigned work.

Nice To Haves

1 to 2 years of building design and construction industry experience.
Experience completing electrical designs for building projects, including detailed plans and specifications under the guidance of a licensed engineer.
Growing technical competence in building electrical systems including power distribution systems, lighting systems, and telecommunications systems, with a willingness to learn and expand expertise.
Experience with Autodesk Revit.
Worked as an engineer sub-consultant to architectural building design firms.

Responsibilities

Support the assessment of existing facilities and the development of electrical designs.
Investigate, plan, design, and commission facility electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems.
Coordinate with other support disciplines and regional offices.
Assist project managers in the design of projects.
Follow quality assurance and quality control plans.
Gain hands-on experience through site visits and occasional travel to project locations.
Keep accurate and up-to-date project accounting on all assigned projects.
Be responsible for continuing education and learning based on project needs, as well as the overall needs of the team.