Electrical Engineer I, Power Systems & Project Lead

Affiliated Engineers, Inc; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Chapel Hill is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to contribute to energy-efficient building solutions. You will work under mentorship to perform load calculations, determine sizing and layouts, and prepare shop drawings.

As you gain project experience, you will lead small electrical project teams, write specifications, participate in client meetings, and support construction-phase work. Strong communications, organization, and teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• BSEE/BSAE from ABET accredited school in Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Non-academic internship.
• Leadership involvement in extracurricular activities/student organizations preferred.
• EIT certification (Passed the FE exam) a plus.
• Internship experience in the MEP consulting engineering field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform load calculations, determine system sizing and layouts, and select equipment.
• Complete field surveys and review equipment shop drawings.
• Lead electrical project teams and write specifications as you gain experience.
• Participate in project meetings with clients and consultants; support construction-phase work.

Skills

Communications

Time management

Technical comprehension

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical/Architectural Engineering

GPA 2.5

EIT certification (FE) a plus

Internship in MEP consulting

Non-academic internship

Job description

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Chapel Hill is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to contribute to energy-efficient building solutions. You will work under mentorship to perform load calculations, determine sizing and layouts, and prepare shop drawings.

As you gain project experience, you will lead small electrical project teams, write specifications, participate in client meetings, and support construction-phase work. Strong communications, organization, and teamwork are valued.