Electrical Engineer

Davies Engineering Group; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Davies Engineering Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer to contribute to innovative design and analysis across commercial, industrial, and pharmaceutical facilities. Elizabethtown, PA-based, you will own the electrical scope, apply code knowledge, and deliver high-quality results for clients.

You will visit client sites, prepare designs with AutoCAD and Revit, develop specs and cost estimates, and participate in construction administration.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Electrical or Architectural Engineering degree is required.
• 3–7 years of engineering project experience.
• AutoCAD and Revit proficiency preferred; MS Office skills required.
• PE license preferred, but not required.
• Power distribution design from 120V up to 15kV.
• Experience with industrial facilities; food & beverage plant exposure a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical scope on projects and deliver high-quality results.
• Visit client sites to assess conditions and coordinate with contractors.
• Develop equipment specifications and select equipment.
• Prepare designs using AutoCAD and Revit; edit technical specs.
• Create construction cost estimates and project documentation.
• Review designs with clients and perform construction administration.
• Contribute to concept development for power distribution, lighting, and controls.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Davies Engineering Group is looking for an Electrical Engineer to contribute to innovative design and analysis projects across commercial, industrial, and pharmaceutical facilities.

Elizabethtown, PA

What You'll Do

In this role, you’ll take charge of the electrical scope to provide meaningful solutions for our clients. You’ll apply your electrical engineering expertise, code knowledge, and best practices while expanding your skills through project work and client interactions. As you grow, you’ll gain a deep understanding of Davies Engineering standards and client expectations which will empower you to deliver high-quality results.

• Visit client sites to determine existing conditions, meet with contractors and code officials
• Meet with clients to determine project scope, background data, equipment preferences
• Make equipment selection using manufacturers' information
• Prepare designs and details using AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Prepare and edit technical specifications
• Prepare construction cost estimates
• Investigate problems using knowledge about electrical codes and construction methods
• Institute quality control procedures to ensure correct and accurate deliverables
• Review design with client representatives
• Perform construction administration, including answering contractor questions, and making field visits to review construction status
• Perform concept development, design, and analysis for projects including:
  • Power distribution systems for commercial/industrial/institutional buildings including new and retrofit projects, large chillers, boilers, and pumps, motor control centers, switchgear, substations, fire pumps, emergency generators, UPSs, grounding systems
  • Lighting design including interior, site, high-bay, exit and emergency lighting systems
  • Communications, data and miscellaneous building systems including (fire alarm, PA, intercom, telephone, data)
  • Building and industrial control systems

Skills & Experience

• Electrical or Architectural Engineering Degree required from an ABET accredited program
• 3-7 years of experience
• AutoCAD, Revit (preferred), MS Office products
• PE preferred, not required
• Power distribution design from 120V up to 15kV
• Development of electrical construction packages including AutoCAD and Revit drawings and written specifications
• Experience with project design and installation in industrial facilities, with a preference for food & beverage plant experience
• Experience with AC power systems, electrical machines, three-phase motors, and/or industrial control systems
• Cross-discipline consulting project coordination strongly preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to learn and grow in career

Why Davies?

Davies Engineering Group is named after the late Gary Davies, an engineer who inspired others to dream bigger, work harder, and do what's right - even if it's not easy. DEG represents the continued growth and evolution of our engineering team, and we show up for our people with the same mindset. With a competitive salary, a generous bonus program, and comprehensive benefits, Davies is continuing to move forward, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.