Design Engineer I, Electrical

Providence Engineering; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Retirement Program with company

Medical / Prescription Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Vacation

Eleven Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Flex Time

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Registration & Licensure

Professional Development Education

Job summary

Providence Engineering in York County, PA is seeking a Design Engineer I, Electrical to perform routine engineering tasks on projects of varying sizes under the supervision of experienced engineers. The role emphasizes developing skills toward professional licensure, completing FE, and preparing calculations, with opportunities to contribute to multiple projects and client-facing design meetings.

Join an employee-owned firm offering ESOP, 401(k) match, comprehensive health benefits, paid time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with electrical emphasis.
• Complete and pass FE exam.
• 0–2 years related internship or EIT experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine engineering work on varied projects under supervision.
• Prepare calculations and minor designs while pursuing licensure.
• Support multiple projects for project managers and branches.
• Document project experience for NCEES licensure.
• Develop hours estimates for proposals after gaining experience.
• Communicate clearly with internal clients.
• Attend design and construction meetings and site visits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills and attention to

Microsoft Office proficiency

Electrical modeling software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (electrical emphasis)

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) passed

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Easy Power

AGI32 / Lighting design

Job description

BENEFITS @ PROVIDENCE. As an employee-owned company, Providence Engineering’s benefits and perks are designed to foster a rewarding work/life balance and truly support our employee-owners throughout their career.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Providence is 100% employee owned. Our ESOP serves as a retirement plan for employee-owners by holding tax-free investments on their behalf.
401(k) Retirement Program with company match.
Medical / Prescription Insurance. Dental Insurance. Vision Insurance. Health Savings Account.
Paid Vacation. Eleven Paid Holidays. Paid Sick Leave.
Flex Time.
Life Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Professional Registration & Licensure Reimbursement. Professional Development Education.

Job Summary

The Design Engineer I, Electrical will complete routine engineering work on projects of varying sizes under the supervision of experienced engineers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adopt a positive attitude of accountability by providing reliable, constructible, affordable, and timely solutions (RCAT) resulting in Providence being the Engineer of Choice
• Perform routine or entry-level engineering tasks neatly, accurately, and efficiently to meet budget hours estimate provided by supervisor
• Prepare engineering calculations and minor designs while developing skills to take professional engineer exam for licensing
• Work on multiple, concurrent projects for various project managers, and sometimes for other branches
• Document project experience for NCEES record to facilitate future licensure
• After gaining experience, prepare hours estimates for project proposals for use by project manager
• Develop communications skills through correspondence and coordination with internal clients
• Attend design meetings, construction meetings, and site visits with experienced engineer
• Comply with company policies and procedures
• Participate in continuing education webinars and education sessions
• Participate in networking and Young Professionals events
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering with electrical emphasis, or a closely related field is required
• Complete and pass Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE)
• 0-2 years of related experience as a student intern, or employment experience as an Engineer-in-Training highly preferred
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to use computer software for modeling elements of electrical distribution systems and design and rendering of lighting fixture layouts in concert with hand-written calculations; software includes SKM, ETAP or Easy Power for electrical distribution system modeling and Visual or Agi 32 for lighting system design and rendering
• Ability to present hand-written calculations in an organized and legible manner
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software to maintain accurate project records