Entry Level Electrical Design Engineer - Arlington, VA

GHT Limited; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

PTO + holidays

401(k) plan

Bonuses

Mentoring

Company events

Job summary

GHT Limited is seeking a bright and motivated electrical design engineer with up to 2 years of electrical design experience. The role supports Mechanical/MEP design teams in the DC Metro area and Arlington, VA, with hybrid work after training.

Candidates should pursue FE to become EIT and later a PE, and be open to site visits and learning building codes. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team, and familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program or equivalent.
• Interest in FE to become EIT/PE.
• Interest or experience in electrical design for built environment.
• Willingness to travel to job sites and work on-site.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Teamwork

Communication

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

NO STAFFING FIRMS

Must be authorized to work in the United States without need for current or future visa sponsorship or transfer of visa

About GHT Limited ("GHT")

Celebrating 61 years of exceptional MEP design experience, GHT is one of the largest MEP engineering consulting firms in the DC Metro area, and now is expanding into Charlotte, NC. Our renovated LEED Gold certified office is close to the Ballston Metro and in the heart of Arlington, Virginia. We provide a unique career experience through compensation, benefits, flexibility, training, and career opportunities:

• Ask us about our triple career path!
• Hybrid work environment after initial training period - our office renovations show commitment to hybrid work!
• 3 generously subsidized medical plan options through Cigna's national network; subsidized national dental and vision plans.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + Core and Flexible Holidays... and ask us about our traditional holiday break!
• Paid maternity and parental leave after one year.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions regardless of your contributions
• Opportunities to earn performance-based bonuses throughout the year.
• On-site leadership offering training and mentoring opportunities.
• True career progression through development in terms of design, MEP project management and leadership roles.
• Chance to train, develop, mentor, and lead others.
• Personal and professional recognition.
• Company-sponsored events, meals and refreshments.

About the Role

GHT is seeking a bright and motivated mechanical design engineer with the knowledge, skills, abilities, credentials, and experience below:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university (or evaluated as equivalent) + up to 2 years of experience in electrical design.
• Have passed or interested in taking Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to become an EIT, and eventually a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Demonstrated interest or experience in electrical design for relevant electrical design engineering for the built environment in any of our Studios.
• Desire to learn and/or exposure of building, energy, and green codes.
• Interest in joining professional associations.
• Able to work both independently and in a team setting with appropriate training.
• Capable of organizing workflow and delegating tasks to others as appropriate.
• Commitment to client satisfaction and responsiveness.
• Motivated to excel and willing to learn.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Exposure to/past experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software is preferred.
• Able to travel to job sites and conduct site visits, including carrying equipment/materials; climbing, sitting, standing, walking, balancing; be exposed to the elements.
• GHT participates in E-Verify.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment background check and drug test. Certain projects may have additional requirements.

EOE, including disability/vets

NOTE: Compensation is determined by a variety of factors, including experience, training, discipline, and technical skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.