Electrical Engineer Trainee

Heidelberg Materials North America; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building materials is seeking an Electrical Engineer to perform technical expertise and project oversight. The role includes preparing feasibility studies, ensuring compliance, and leading project teams while offering competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Paid Vacation

Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• Understanding of National Electrical Code principles.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Perform work safely in accordance with company standards.
• Assist in preparing feasibility studies and cost estimates.
• Provide electrical technical expertise under direction.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Electrical Engineering Concepts

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform work safely in accordance with company and regulatory standards. Ensure others do the same.
• Assist in preparing feasibility studies, including cost estimates for CapEx planning.
• Provide electrical technical expertise under the direction of the Senior Project Manager.
• Prepare power system studies such as arc flash hazard analysis.
• Assist in overseeing projects, developing plans, estimating costs, and monitoring progress.
• Help prepare electrical specs and scopes for bidding, support bid evaluation, and monitor vendor performance.
• Direct contractors' electrical activities, support negotiations, verify invoices, and ensure compliance during commissioning.
  
  

What Are We Looking For

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology.
• Understanding of the principles and practices of the National Electrical Code and electrical engineering concepts.
• Solid computer skills; familiarity with SKM, ETAP, and EasyPower is a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 scheduling software is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to lead and coordinate project teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%, with extended site visits during start-up and commissioning.
  
  

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in an office setting but will also operate in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditions as dictated by project requirements.
• Must be able to occasionally climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, and enter confined spaces.
• Exposure to a variety of engineering projects and challenges.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance.
• Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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Req ID JR10004975

Minimum Pay Rate: 66,880.00

Maximum Pay Rate: 89,180.00