Junior Electrical Engineer - Design & Field Support

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer in Atlanta, GA to support project teams from concept to design completion. You will work on power, healthcare, industrial, and government facilities, adjusting electrical plans to meet budgets and client needs.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla) and collaboration with senior engineers, with opportunities for development through internships or prior consulting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Internship or related consulting experience is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Review production drawings for diverse facilities (power, healthcare, commercial, government).
• Assist with electrical component design per project manager requirements.
• Contribute to client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Support field inspections and calculations as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

EIT certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

RISA

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer in Atlanta, GA to support project teams from concept to design completion. You will work on power, healthcare, industrial, and government facilities, adjusting electrical plans to meet budgets and client needs.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla) and collaboration with senior engineers, with opportunities for development through internships or prior consulting experience.