Electrical Engineer (New Grad)

Apex Companies•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level Electrical Engineer (EIT) role involves working under the mentorship of a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs for municipal and industrial infrastructure projects. You will gain hands-on experience across a variety of projects including power distribution systems, instrumentation, control systems, industrial networks, telemetry, lighting, and generator systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a strong technical foundation and progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
AutoCAD experience
Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
Willingness to perform occasional fieldwork and travel to project sites as needed.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record (required).
Sponsorship not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6–12 months.
Internship or co-op experience in electrical design, utilities, or infrastructure projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support multi-discipline project teams in the production of electrical design and construction drawings and specifications.
Assist in the design of electrical equipment, power distribution, and control systems, including exposure to PLCs, wiring schematics, and industrial network architecture.
Perform basic engineering calculations including load calculations, conductor sizing, and assist with transformer sizing and single-line diagrams.
Develop NEC-compliant construction drawings for service upgrades and system improvements.
Contribute to electrical design efforts for municipal infrastructure projects such as lift stations and irrigation systems, ensuring compliance with NEC and client standards.
Assist with construction phase services, including reviewing shop drawings and responding to contractor RFIs.
Support field activities such as site visits, inspections, and commissioning/startup of electrical systems.
Communicate effectively with internal team members and contribute to technical reports and project documentation.
Maintain a strong commitment to learning industry standards, including the National Electric Code (NEC).