Graduate Engineer- Electrical

WGI; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

PTO

Holidays

HSA with company contribution

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WGI is seeking an entry level Graduate Engineer - Electrical in Austin, TX, to join our MEP Engineering team. This role involves designing electrical systems, assisting in producing construction documents, and working collaboratively with engineers and designers.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Electrical or Architectural Engineering and possess excellent communication skills. WGI offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and fosters an engaging environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in relevant field.
• Experience in new building mechanical engineering construction.
• Knowledge of coding and/or machine learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing engineering construction documents in Revit.
• Design electrical systems under supervision.
• Conduct site investigations and site visits.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Revit

Communication skills

Electrical load analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) license

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking an entry level Graduate Engineer- Electrical with 0-2 years of experience to be part of our MEP Engineering team in the Austin, TX office.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team‑driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation's top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

The Graduate Electrical Engineer will serve as a designer on construction documents for electrical systems in a variety of markets including multifamily, commercial, high‑rise, hospitality, EV Fleet and more. The Graduate Electrical Engineer reports to the electrical team leader.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of engineers and designers to work from architectural plans and base files to assist in the production of quality engineering construction documents in Revit
• Under limited supervision of Engineers and Project Engineers, design electrical systems including equipment sizing, energy lighting calculations and circuit diagrams for a variety of project types including high‑rise, multifamily, commercial and technology
• Perform calculations such as electrical load analysis, lighting energy use, voltage drop, fault analysis, etc.
• Provide reviews of submittals and preliminary reviews of requests for information
• Independently conduct preliminary site investigations and construction progress site visits
• Maintain working relationships with manufacturers and technical representatives for electrical equipment in support of equipment specifications and design support
• Participate in internal production meetings with Engineers and Project Managers as well as external design meetings with clients or city officials as necessary
• Participate in development of automation and visualization strategies
• Inform Project Engineers, Team Leaders, and Project Managers of progress on assigned projects
• Attend industry events and become involved in the community, creating relationships and content

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) license obtained within first year in role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in the field of new building mechanical engineering construction
• Experience in Revit
• Prior experience or knowledge of coding and/or machine learning technologies
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa.

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand‑eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse. Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment.