Onsite Electrical Engineer

FTI; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Level 1 to perform basic electrical power, lighting, and low voltage system engineering tasks under supervision.

Proficiency in PC usage, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD/Revit is required, with knowledge of electrical terminology and IECC. The position requires a Bachelor’s or Associate degree and 4 years of related experience; travel 5-10% and relocation for training may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering – Electrical, or Associate Degree in Electrical Technology.
• 4 years of progressive electrical engineering related experience.
• 5-10% travel.
• Work schedule: 7 AM to 5 PM, Monday‑Friday.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and studies technical drawings, and electrical specifications to ensure that installations and designs conform to standards and customer requirements.
• Conducts field surveys and studies diagram and other data to identify and correct power system problems.
• Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Performs detailed calculations to compute and establish construction standards and specifications, with direction from an upper-level Engineer.
• Plans layout of electrical construction projects with direction from an upper level Engineer.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

PC proficiency

Electrical terminology

IECC knowledge

MS Office

Electrical code knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate Degree in Electrical Technology

Architectural Engineering – Electrical

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer - Level 1 is responsible for performing basic electrical power, lighting, and/or low voltage system engineering tasks for electrical construction projects, under the direct supervision of an upper level Engineer, Senior Electrical Designer, or Engineering Team Leader as assigned by the Corporate Engineering Manager. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD/Revit knowledge is required, knowledge of electrical terminology and symbols is required, and knowledge of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering – Electrical, or Associate Degree in Electrical Technology
• 4 years of progressive electrical engineering related experience
• 5-10% travel
• Work schedule: 7 AM to 5 PM, Monday‑Friday

Location

This position is expected to be onsite in Opelika, AL. Relocation assistance may be offered for those outside of AL who plan to relocate. Onsite training is provided but requires relocation to WI or KS facility for 3 months. Lodging, travel, and food are covered by the company during this time.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and studies technical drawings, and electrical specifications to ensure that installations and designs conform to standards and customer requirements.
• Conducts field surveys and studies diagram and other data to identify and correct power system problems.
• Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Performs detailed calculations to compute and establish construction standards and specifications, with direction from an upper-level Engineer.
• Plans layout of electrical construction projects with direction from an upper level Engineer.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Additional Information

Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test.