Electrical Engineer, Entry Level

DLR Group • Overland Park, KS

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems from schematics through construction administration across a range of building types. As part of integrated design teams, the engineer participates in designing electrical building systems and prepares detailed engineering drawings and calculations. The role includes developing electrical designs from concept through construction completion and coordinating design requirements with architecture, mechanical, and other disciplines.

The position is part of DLR Group’s Emerging Professional Experience (EPX) program, which offers mentorship, work experience, and weekly classes intended to provide a foundation for career growth and exploration of the AEC industry. Program topics include onboarding, design culture, marketing and business development, sustainability, design technology, communication, mentoring, resource and project management, construction site opportunities, research, equity, design agency, and career development.

DLR Group is an integrated design firm providing architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse. The firm is 100% employee-owned and emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, information sharing, shared responsibility, value-based decision-making, and technology. It pursues the 2030 Challenge, ME2040, and SE2050, and is an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. The firm follows a four-day in-office work model, with flexibility to work elsewhere on Fridays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of experience as an Electrical Designer designing power and lighting building systems on complex projects.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer designing power and lighting building systems on complex projects.
• Experience with BIM, specifically Revit MEP.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience participating in the LEED or another green rating system process.
• Experience and interest in sustainable building design.
• Appreciation and understanding of architectural design and how architects work and think.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project objectives, goals, and documentation policies.
• Develop electrical designs from concept through completion of construction.
• Prepare engineering design calculations and layouts.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports and narratives.
• Coordinate electrical design requirements with architecture, mechanical, and other disciplines.
• Participate in the design process for electrical building systems and prepare detailed electrical engineering drawings and calculations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level