Electrical Engineer

CRB•Rockville, MD

12d•$61,000 - $82,000

About The Position

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. 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. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Relevant design firm experience
Fundamentals of Engineering exam registration or completion
Fundamental experience with performing engineering calculations and developing and implementing electrical lighting, power and special systems designs
Ability to interface with clients and external partners
Ability to travel as required for client development and project execution
Fundamental experience conducting field surveys of existing conditions and providing support of field reporting activities
Proficient at fundamental electrical design calculations under the supervision of an engineer
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD

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.