Junior Electrical Design Engineer (Entry‑Level)

Burns & McDonnell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Akron, OH is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support project teams in designing power, process, healthcare and industrial facilities from concept through design completion.

You will assist with drawings in CAD/BIM, review shop drawings, support field measurements, and help with client presentations while developing basic engineering skills and pursuing licensure (EIT preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in standard electrical engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in problem-solving environments.
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM tools and electrical analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical design from concept through design completion.
• Review production drawings for diverse projects (power, process, healthcare, airports, industrial).
• Design electrical components per project manager requirements.
• Apply standard electrical engineering practices and codes.
• Support data collection and project-related research.
• Update drawings in CAD/BIM software.
• Assist with client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Conduct field inspections, measurements, or calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Analytical problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

EIT certification preferred

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

RISA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Akron, OH is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support project teams in designing power, process, healthcare and industrial facilities from concept through design completion.

You will assist with drawings in CAD/BIM, review shop drawings, support field measurements, and help with client presentations while developing basic engineering skills and pursuing licensure (EIT preferred).