Design Engineer I- Electrical

Ballinger; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Hybrid office environment

Job summary

Ballinger is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer I to design, develop, and implement electrical systems for healthcare, academic, and research facilities. The role resides in the engineering department and reports to an engineering studio leader.

Responsibilities include drafting, redline adoption, cross-disciplinary coordination, and field travel as required, with mentorship from senior engineers. Strong CAD/Revit and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (or related field).
• Postgraduate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft/Model documents.
• Pick up redlines in a documentation set.
• Engineering support including standalone analysis modeling and documentation tasks within larger projects.
• Active role in document production.
• Interface and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Travel for surveys and field/site visits during construction.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Coordination

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

CAD

Revit

Excel

Word

Analysis software

Job description

Position Summary

The Electrical Design Engineer I specializes in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems and components for various projects within healthcare, academic, and research facilities. The role involves applying electrical engineering principles and techniques to create safe, reliable, and efficient electrical solutions. The position resides within the engineering department and reports to an engineering studio leader.

Position Responsibilities

• Draft/Model documents
• Pick up redlines in a documentation set
• Engineering support in the form of standalone analysis modeling and documentation tasks within a larger project on project teams under the direction of Senior/Project Engineer or Department Head Engineer
• Active and direct role in document production
• Interface and coordinate with other disciplines
• Mentor team members junior to them
• Develop knowledge of Ballinger’s project types (health care, academic/lab/research, corporate/workspace) through active engagement with project teams and leadership
• Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction

Technical/Professional Skills

• Foundational interpersonal skills and coordination efforts
• Foundational analytical and engineering skills under mentorship of project engineers
• Ability to take direction within a larger team
• Develops design or technical solutions under supervision of the Project Engineer and/or Department Heads
• CAD & Revit proficiency
• Excel, Word, and analysis software proficiency
• Active role in drawing production, including but not limited to picking up redlines, quality assessment of individual work, coordination with other disciplines and coordination reviews and participation in team coordination meetings from SD through CA phases
• Thorough understanding of discipline’s drawing and graphic standards, adherence to standards for quality and consistency in Ballinger’s product
• Strong interpersonal skills, specifically communication, dependability, responsibility, and teamwork
• Coordination skills, specifically communication, organization, time management, and adaptability

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering or related field of practice, post graduate preferred
• Revit and CAD proficient
• Up to 4 years of experience in a construction, architectural or engineering firm (internship, co-op); occasional travel (<15%) may be required to client sites

It is the policy of Ballinger to ensure Equal Employment Opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle/texture), religion, color, citizenship, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ballinger prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

About Us

Ballinger is one of the oldest continuously practicing architecture and engineering firm in the United States. Founded in 1878. We make places for people who make the future. Healers and learners, makers, and innovators: they are the people who inspire us, because their work changes lives for the better. For them, a building must be both functional and exceptional, an environment that empowers those who experience it. We believe that a building designed and engineered with insight and intelligence becomes a catalyst for today’s transformative endeavors – and an enabler of tomorrow’s promising futures.

What We Offer

• We believe that people are our greatest asset and the precision, expertise, and collaboration that we bring to our projects sets us apart from the competition and enables us to make an impact on our world and community.
• We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Wellness, FSA/HSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Short and Long-Term Disability Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave, 401(K) plan with company contribution, Commuter Benefits, Paid Holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO), Community Volunteer Events, and fresh fruit and yogurt provided every morning in the office.
• Ballinger offers a flexible, hybrid office work environment.