Junior Electrical Engineer, EIT

Planate Management Group

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K plan eligibility

Health Savings Account plan

Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Offering

Training and Development

License/Certification support

Recognition and Rewards program

Travel Insurance

Job summary

Planate Management Group seeks an Electrical Engineer to plan, design, implement, and inspect electrical systems for construction projects. You will ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, and project specs while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 2–4 years of related experience, with CAD (AutoCAD) and Revit skills. EIT/PE licensure is a plus, and the role offers full-time employment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
1-4 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, design, construction, or project support.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward PE licensure preferred.
Basic knowledge of electrical codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
Familiarity with electrical drawings and engineering calculations; CAD/Revit experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and evaluate electrical designs, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
Conduct site inspections to assess electrical installations and verify code compliance.
Support installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
Coordinate with project managers, contractors, architects, and other disciplines to resolve issues.
Monitor project progress, quality, and safety requirements.
Prepare technical reports, inspection records, and cost estimates.
Identify electrical hazards and recommend corrective actions.
Review contractor submittals and RFI to ensure project compliance.
Provide technical recommendations to address design discrepancies and field conditions.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Electrical drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to support the planning, design, implementation, and inspection of electrical systems for construction and engineering projects. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, project specifications, and quality requirements while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects efficiently.

Key responsibilities:

Develop, review, and evaluate electrical engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and technical documents
Conduct site inspections to assess electrical installations, identify deficiencies, and verify compliance with approved plans and applicable codes
Support the installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment
Coordinate with project managers, contractors, architects, and other engineering disciplines to resolve technical issues
Monitor project progress, quality, and compliance with established safety requirements and project specifications
Prepare technical reports, inspection records, cost estimates, and other project documentation
Identify potential electrical hazards and recommend corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment
Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information to ensure compliance with project requirements
Provide technical recommendations to address design discrepancies, field conditions, and construction challenges

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, design, construction, or project support
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred
Basic knowledge of applicable electrical codes, industry standards, and safety regulations
Familiarity with electrical drawings, technical specifications, engineering calculations, power distribution, lighting, and grounding systems
Proficiency in AutoCAD (CAD) and Revit for reviewing, preparing, and modifying electrical design drawings and models
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affir

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession.

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits: