Design Engineer I- Electrical
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Electrical Design Engineer I specializes in the design development and implementation of electrical systems and components for various projects within healthcare academic and research facilities. The role involves applying electrical engineering principles and techniques to create safe reliable and efficient electrical solutions. The position resides within the engineering department and reports to an engineering studio leader.
Position Responsibilities
Draft/Model documents
Pick up redlines in a documentation set
Engineering support in the form of standalone analysis modeling and documentation tasks within a larger project on project teams under the direction of Senior/Project Engineer or Department Head Engineer
Active and direct role in document production
Interface and coordinate with other disciplines
Mentor team members junior to them
Develop knowledge of Ballingers project types (health care academic/lab/research corporate/workspace) through active engagement with project teams and leadership
Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction
Technical/Professional Skills
Foundational interpersonal skills and coordination efforts
Foundational analytical and engineering skills under mentorship of project engineers
Ability to take direction within a larger team
Develops design or technical solutions under supervision of the Project Engineer and/or Department Heads
CAD & Revit proficiency
Excel Word and analysis software proficiency
Active role in drawing production including but not limited to picking up redlines quality assessment of individual work coordination with other disciplines and coordination reviews and participation in team coordination meetings from SD through CA phases
Thorough understanding of disciplines drawing and graphic standards adherence to standards for quality and consistency in Ballingers product
Strong interpersonal skills specifically communication dependability responsibility and teamwork
Coordination skills specifically communication organization time management and adaptability
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering or related field of practice post graduate preferred
Revit and CAD proficient
Up to 4 years of experience in a construction architectural or engineering firm (internship co-op); occasional travel (<15%) may be required to client sites
It is the policy of Ballinger to ensure Equal Employment Opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle/texture) religion color citizenship national origin sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ballinger prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
About Us:
Ballinger is one of the oldest continuously practicing architecture and engineering firm in the United States. Founded in 1878. We make places for people who make the future. Healers and learners makers and innovators: they are the people who inspire us because their work changes lives for the better. For them a building must be both functional and exceptional an environment that empowers those who experience it. We believe that a building designed and engineered with insight and intelligence becomes a catalyst for todays transformative endeavors and an enabler of tomorrows promising futures.
What We Offer:
We believe that people are our greatest asset and the precision expertise and collaboration that we bring to our projects sets us apart from the competition and enables us to make an impact on our world and community. We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical Dental Prescription Wellness FSA/HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short and Long-Term Disability Programs Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave 401(K) plan with company contribution Commuter Benefits Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off (PTO) Community Volunteer Events and fresh fruit and yogurt provided every morning in the office. Ballinger offers a flexible hybrid office work environment.
Required Experience:
Junior IC