Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) | Austin, TX | Hybrid MEP Design
About The Position
Heartline Staffing is hiring a Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) for its MEP electrical engineering team in Austin, Texas. This full-time hybrid role offers hands-on experience designing electrical building systems across commercial, institutional, educational, municipal, healthcare, and other building projects. The engineer will work alongside experienced Professional Engineers and support design, analysis, construction documentation, field observations, and coordination with other disciplines. The role is suited to an engineer seeking to deepen technical expertise and work toward a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, with guidance from licensed engineers. The position includes field visits, site investigations, and construction observations as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
- At least 2 years of engineering experience required.
- Basic familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
- Working knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals and building systems design principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- PMP certification.
- Master's degree in Engineering.
- Leadership experience.
- Understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Internship, co-op, or prior experience in consulting engineering, MEP design, or building systems.
- Experience with SKM, ETAP, Visual Lighting, or similar electrical design software.
- Familiarity with sustainable design practices and energy codes.
- Exposure to commercial, institutional, or municipal building projects.
Responsibilities
- Assist with electrical system design for power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
- Perform engineering calculations and analyses under the supervision of licensed engineers.
- Prepare electrical plans, load calculations, panel schedules, and specifications for construction documents.
- Support the development of cost estimates and design alternatives.
- Assist with research and application of local, state, and national electrical codes and standards.
- Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, plumbing, structural, and architectural disciplines.
- Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering software to prepare and modify project documents.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs during construction.
- Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations, and help prepare observation reports.
- Support Project Managers and Senior Engineers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
- Assist with project document organization and quality control reviews.
- Participate in project meetings with internal teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.
- Track assigned tasks, communicate project progress, and maintain project documentation.
- Work toward obtaining a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
- Build knowledge of engineering standards, building systems, and industry best practices.
- Participate in internal training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
Benefits
- 22–28 days of PTO.
- 8 paid holidays.
- 401(k) and defined pension plan.
- Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit).
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
- Reimbursement for job-related professional development.
- Internal training and mentoring.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
