Junior Electrical Engineer

APTIM Corp.; Knoxville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid holidays and leave

401(k) retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

APTIM Corp. in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Junior level Electrical Engineer for early-phase design of power, lighting, grounding, and backup systems. You will work on instrumentation, controls, and fire detection/alarming, with occasional field work.

You will develop conceptual designs, perform calculations, and produce detailed drawings while ensuring adherence to NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and ANSI standards. A supportive environment supports professional growth and diverse project exposure.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering.
• 0–4 years of related experience (entry to junior level).
• Familiar with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, ANSI codes and standards.
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering theories, practices and procedures.
• Strong computer skills with Office products; CAD experience a plus.
• Willingness to travel for infrequent field assignments.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual design and perform system studies.
• Develop detailed electrical drawings and calculations.
• Ensure conformance to codes, standards, and company procedures.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to resolve issues.
• Assist with labor/material estimates and design packages for clients.

Skills

Electrical theory

Problem solving

CADD familiarity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

MicroStation

Job description

Junior level Electrical Engineer. Performs engineering work in the initial planning and design phases of projects. This includes engineering/design for power distribution systems, lighting systems, grounding systems, lightning protection systems, backup power supply systems, instrumentation, controls, and fire detection/alarming. Perform studies and technical activities to arrive at the most cost effective, reliable technical solution. May also support procurement and construction phases or projects with engineering knowledge and experience .

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop conceptual design, perform calculations, and perform system studies.
• Develop detailed electrical drawings.
• Ensure conformance to applicable engineering codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with and consult other Engineers and Designers to engineer, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve technical and other issues.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Collect and interpret engineering data, compile data for project reports, collect and compile field data as required, assist in proposal efforts as directed, document technical data for management review, provide other entry level duties as assigned, assist with preparation of labor/material estimates and design packages for clients.
• Is aware of costs and schedule related to own work.
• Organizes own work to meet deadlines set by others.
• Communicates information, asks questions, and checks for understanding.
• Contributes to a team environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited school.
• Has 0 -- 4 years related experience (entry to junior level).
• Has basic knowledge of theories, practices and procedures in electrical engineering.
• Strong computer skills with Office products (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Training and/or experience with CADD (AutoCAD, REVIT, and/or MicroStation, etc.).
• Good verbal and writing skills.
• Factory, field, and/or construction experience a plus.
• Practical electrical skills a plus.Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and ANSI codes and standards a plus.
• Candidates must be willing to travel for infrequent field assignments.

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM:

Work that is worthy of your time and talent

• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $68,000 - $73,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/ .

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Company paid and optional Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:

APTIM is a place where our people make a difference, not just a living.

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