Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) | Austin, TX | Hybrid MEP Design
Purple Cow Recruiting · Austin, TX, US
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About the Role
Join a growing MEP team and gain hands-on experience in electrical building systems design. Work alongside experienced Professional Engineers on a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, educational, municipal, healthcare, and other building projects. Support the design, analysis, and documentation of electrical systems, including calculations, construction documents, field observations, and multidisciplinary coordination. This role is ideal for an engineer eager to build technical expertise and work toward a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
Responsibilities
- Assist with electrical system design for power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
- Perform engineering calculations and analyses under the supervision of licensed engineers.
- Prepare electrical plans, load calculations, panel schedules, and specifications for construction documents.
- Support development of cost estimates and design alternatives.
- Assist with code research and application of local, state, and national electrical codes and standards.
- Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, plumbing, structural, and architectural disciplines.
- Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering software to prepare and modify project documents.
- Review shop drawings, submittts, and RFIs during construction.
- Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations, and help prepare observation reports.
- Support Project Managers and Senior Engineers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
- Assist with project document organization and quality control reviews.
- Participate in project meetings with internal teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.
- Track assigned tasks, communicate project progress, and maintain project documentation.
- Work toward obtaining a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
- Build knowledge of engineering standards, building systems, and industry best practices.
- Participate in internal training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering REQUIRED
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification REQUIRED
- 2+ years of engineering experience REQUIRED
- Basic familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
- Working knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals and building systems design principles
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong attention to detail
- PMP certification preferred
- Master's degree in Engineering preferred
- Leadership experience preferred
- Understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) preferred
- Internship, co-op, or prior experience in consulting engineering, MEP design, or building systems preferred
- Experience with SKM, ETAP, Visual Lighting, or similar electrical design software preferred
- Familiarity with sustainable design practices and energy codes preferred
- Exposure to commercial, institutional, or municipal building projects preferred
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
- Building Systems Design Principles
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Attention to Detail
- National Electrical Code (NEC)
- SKM
- ETAP
- Visual Lighting
- Sustainable Design Practices
- Energy Codes
Location
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Junior
- 2+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Master's degree in Engineering preferred
Benefits
- 22–28 days of PTO
- 8 paid holidays
- 401(k) and defined pension plan
- Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit)
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
- Reimbursement for job-related professional development
About the Company
- Heartline Staffing is hiring a Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) in Austin, Texas.