Electrical Engineer - Entry Level

Meyers Thorne; Washington (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Hybrid schedule

Licensure support and training

Job summary

AE Works is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Pittsburgh, PA or Washington, DC with travel to client sites. You’ll work on electrical systems for new construction and renovations, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results.

Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree, have 1–5+ years of electrical design experience, and can develop power, lighting, telecom, and fire alarm plans with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• What’s Required: Associate's or bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant field (recent grads with internship experience considered).
• 1-5+ years of relevant electrical design experience for building projects.
• Experience developing electrical, lighting, telecom, and fire alarm plans with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with cloud-based and mobile collaboration tools; Revit experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist design teams in the design and construction administration of power, lighting, and telecom systems.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to produce high-quality client deliverables.
• Coordinate drawing sets with in-house and sub-consultant teams.
• Compile drawing packages and specifications for project milestones.
• Participate in meetings with team members and clients to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Travel with team members for on-site collaboration and client engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant field

Tools

Revit

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Entry Level

Department: Engineering - Electrical

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Washington, DC

Description

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Our team is redefining building design and engineering. AE Works is an award-winning firm ranked among the top U.S. A/E firms by Architectural Record and ENR East. AE Works is recognized for our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional results.

Our mission is straightforward: to make building projects a better value. We thrive on solving complex challenges and creating solutions that enhance the built environment, enabling our clients to succeed in their most important endeavors.

WHY AE WORKS?

Our strength lies in our people. We offer a collaborative environment where expertise is shared, and ideas drive progress. You’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with deep experience across higher education, government, engineering & infrastructure, healthcare and commercial markets. Together, we apply leading-edge technology and a passion for design excellence to projects that shape the future.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

AE Works is seeking a talented and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to develop innovative electrical systems for a diverse portfolio of building projects — spanning new construction and renovation across multiple market segments. From Power and Lighting to Telecommunications, you’ll play a meaningful role in shaping the built environment while working alongside some of the most creative minds in the AEC industry.

LOCATION:

Pittsburgh, PA or Washington, DC with travel to client and project sites.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Professional Engineers in the design and construction administration of Power, Lighting, and Telecommunication systems for both new construction and renovation projects across various market segments
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to help produce high-quality deliverables for clients at all stages of design
• Coordinate drawing sets with the full project team, including in-house architects, interior designers, and sub-consultants
• Compile complete drawing packages and specifications at each project submission milestone
• Participate in internal and external meetings to collaborate with team members and clients, contributing ideas and ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle
• Travel with team members for on‑site collaboration, field investigations, and client engagement

QUALIFICATIONS:

What’s Required:

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant field (recent graduates with relevant internship experience will be considered)
• 1-5+ years of relevant industry experience in electrical design for building projects
• Demonstrated experience developing electrical, lighting, telecommunication, and fire alarm plans with minimal direct supervision
• Skilled with using cloud based and mobile technology for collaboration. Proficiency in Revit and other relevant design software.

What Puts You Ahead:

• Exceptional communication and listening skills, capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Proven ability to manage and balance multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, with exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical and building codes

AE WORKS' PERKS:

At AE Works, we believe in supporting each person in their professional and personal journey. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k), and a collaborative culture built on mentorship, accountability, and technical excellence. Our team enjoys generous paid time off, including a company‑wide break from Christmas through New Year’s Day, a flexible hybrid schedule, and resources that promote mental health, financial wellness, and professional growth through training, education, and licensure support.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EEO is the law. AE Works uses E-Verify. You have the Right to Work.