Junior Electrical Engineer

Brightpath Associates LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking an entry-level Electrical Designer to support the development of electrical construction documents and BIM models for residential and commercial projects.

This role emphasizes learning and collaboration within a team, with responsibilities including setting up Revit MEP projects, developing construction documents, and coordinating with other trades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 0–3 years of electrical design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up new Revit MEP projects using established company templates.
• Develop electrical construction documents utilizing Revit MEP.
• Create and maintain electrical BIM models as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop, modify, and update Revit MEP families as required.
• Perform file management tasks including model posting, downloading updates, managing links, and version control.
• Participate in coordination meetings with other trades and assist in generating project reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are a respected Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) consulting engineering firm serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Electrical Designer to join our team in Bethesda, Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional (0–3 years of experience) who is eager to develop their skills in electrical systems design within a collaborative and client-focused environment.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will support the design and development of electrical construction documents and models for residential and commercial projects. We are looking for an individual with strong communication skills, a commitment to quality and a desire to grow professionally while contributing to a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up new Revit MEP projects using established company templates
• Develop electrical construction documents utilizing Revit MEP
• Create and maintain electrical BIM models as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Develop, modify, and update Revit MEP families as required
• Perform file management tasks including model posting, downloading updates, managing links, and version control
• Participate in coordination meetings with other trades and assist in generating project reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)
• 0–3 years of experience in electrical design
• Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices
• Familiarity with electrical power distribution system design and analysis
• Interest in learning electrical systems design, including lighting, power systems and fire alarm systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (required)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of drawing/model organization and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively