Graduate Electrical Designer
About The Position
Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal. Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow. Who are we looking for? Our US East Engineering Design Organization (EDO) is seeking an entry-level Electrical Drafter/Designer to join their team! In this role, you’ll support the electrical design of power distribution systems using AutoCAD, working alongside engineers and fellow designers to turn complex concepts into clear, constructible designs. From Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s), MCC layouts and wiring diagrams to motor schematics, cable tray layouts, lighting designs, and equipment layouts, your work will directly contribute to infrastructure that protects public health and supports essential community services. Beyond drafting and design, this position offers the opportunity to be actively involved throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll coordinate with internal team members to develop contract drawings and specifications, review contractor submittals for compliance with design intent, and perform occasional onsite inspections to see your designs come to life. Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment—an ability to analyze data, interpret calculations, manage multiple tasks, and devise effective solutions in a dynamic project environment. Just as importantly, you’ll engage with clients and invite feedback as appropriate, helping ensure project goals and client needs are fully understood and met. Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. This role can be based in one of the following office locations: Buffalo, NY | Syracuse, NY | Harrisburg, PA | King of Prusia, PA | Hyannis, MA
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or relevant design field
- Up to 5 years of design experience for a variety of electrical projects
- Proficiency with AutoCAD
- Manage multiple project tasks and maintain flexible approach to meet challenging deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently
- Possible field investigations and construction observations may be required
Nice To Haves
- Revit experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Data Collection and Analysis: Produce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats.
- Solutions Analysis: Find the most effective ways to respond to routine functional inquiries. Involves following procedures and precedents.
- Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
- Design and Conceptualization: Support others by performing prescribed design activities using existing procedures.
- Product and Solution Development: Support others by carrying out a range of product development and engineering activities, such as analyzing client situations or interpreting data.
- Operational Compliance: Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Obtain authorization from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure.
- Quality Assurance Testing: Carry out a specified range of complex tests to verify that specifications are met and to reject nonconforming material or articles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
