Junior Electrical Engineer - Design, CAD & Field Inspections

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support project teams on power, process, healthcare and industrial facilities throughout design and construction. You will assist with evolving electrical designs, CAD drawings, and client presentations, applying standard engineering practices and collaborating with senior engineers.

A Bachelor's in electrical engineering and internship experience are preferred; EIT is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard electrical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic computer skills include electrical analysis programs (e.g., RISA), AutoCAD, BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical design from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for diverse projects including power plants, process facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial and government facilities.
• Design electrical components per project manager requirements.
• Apply basic electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project data as required by project managers.
• Update drawings in CAD software under supervision of senior engineers.
• Assist with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations for clients.
• Other duties as assigned and compliance with policies.

Skills

Electrical design basics

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/Tekla BIM

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support project teams on power, process, healthcare and industrial facilities throughout design and construction. You will assist with evolving electrical designs, CAD drawings, and client presentations, applying standard engineering practices and collaborating with senior engineers.

A Bachelor's in electrical engineering and internship experience are preferred; EIT is a plus.