Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT)

Garver, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Wellness program

Job summary

Garver, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) to support the Buildings team in Dallas. The role involves assessing existing facilities and developing electrical designs for a range of buildings projects, including power distribution, lighting, and communications systems.

You will coordinate across disciplines, assist project managers, and follow QA/QC plans while gaining hands-on experience through site visits and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in electrical or architectural engineering with an electrical focus.
• Registered Engineer In Training (EIT).
• 1–5 years of building design and construction industry experience.
• Experience with Autodesk Revit and building electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing existing facilities and developing electrical designs for Buildings projects.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and regional offices; assist project managers.
• Follow QA/QC plans and contribute to project accounting records.
• Gaining hands-on experience through site visits and occasional travel.

Skills

Communication

Client relations

Team coordination

Time management

Multitasking

Electrical calculations

Excel skills

Education

ABET-accredited degree in electrical or architectural engineering

EIT certification

Tools

Autodesk Revit

CAD software

BIM (Building Information Modeling)

MS Office

Job description

As part of the Buildings team for Garver, thisElectrical Engineer in Training(EIT) will support the assessment of existing facilities and the development of electrical designs in support of various Buildings projects. Specifically, this responsibility will include a variety of projects related to investigating, planning, design, and commissioning of:

• Existing facilities components and systems


• Facility electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems

In addition, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines and coordination with regional offices. Assisting project managers in the design of projects. Following quality assurance and quality control plans.Gaining hands-on experience through site visits and occasional travel to project locations.

Abilities and attributes needed for this position:

• Ability to communicate with and interact with project team members, building owner representatives, and architectural clients


• Willingness to participate in client relations alongside project managers and senior staff


• Foundational knowledge of building components and systems


• Foundational knowledge of building components and systems


• Proficiency in CAD and BIM design software to assist in producing construction drawings


• Ability to perform electrical related calculations with oversight


• Utilize Microsoft Excel-based calculation tools for design calculations


• Capacity to manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks effectively


• Accountability for personal time management and the quality of assigned work


• Keep accurate and up-to-date project accounting on all assigned projects


• Follow Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans


• Be responsible for continuing education and learning based on project needs, as well as the overall needs of the team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or architectural engineering with an electrical focus from an ABET-accredited university of college.


• Registered Engineer In Training (EIT)


• 1 to 5 years of building design and construction industry experience


• Experience completing electrical designs for building projects, including detailed plans and specifications under the guidance of a licensed engineer


• Growing technical competence in building electrical systems including power distribution systems, lighting systems, and telecommunications systems, with a willingness to learn and expand expertise.


• Experience with Autodesk Revit


• Must have strong communication skills


• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite

Preferred Skills

• Worked as an engineer sub-consultant to architectural building design firms

Projected Compensation Range $80,000-$90,000

Applications are anticipated to close on December 1, 2026, but may be extended based on business needs.

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com .

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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