Graduate Electrical Engineer/Designer

HotFoot Recruiters; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking a motivated Graduate Electrical Engineer in Phoenix. This full-time position offers hands-on experience designing electrical systems for commercial projects. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and has 1-3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD is a plus. Competitive salary is offered depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in electrical building systems design.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• EIT certification or intent to pursue PE licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and documentation of electrical systems.
• Develop construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with other disciplines throughout design phases.

Skills

Familiarity with Revit

Basic understanding of lighting layouts

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

HotFoot Recruiters is partnering with a dynamic engineering consulting firm to hire a Graduate Electrical Engineer or Electrical Designer to join their design team in Phoenix. This role is ideal for a motivated early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in designing electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings.

Job Title: Graduate Electrical Engineer or Electrical Designer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: Mon-Thurs 8A-6P, Friday 8A-12P
Salary: 60K-70K DOE

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and documentation of electrical power, lighting, and distribution systems.
• Develop construction drawings and layouts using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and circuiting for building systems.
• Research and apply national and local electrical codes (NEC, IBC, NFPA) to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants throughout all phases of design and construction.
• Support the coordination of designs with other disciplines including mechanical, plumbing, and structural.
• Contribute to project specifications, submittal reviews, and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in electrical design and building systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field required.
• 1–3 years of experience in electrical building systems design (internships or entry-level experience welcome).
• Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD; additional software knowledge (e.g., COMcheck, Excel, OneNote) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of lighting layouts, power distribution, panel schedules, and emergency systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines across multiple projects.
• EIT certification or intent to pursue PE licensure is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.