Electrical Engineer (Entry Level – EIT)
This entry-level Electrical Engineer role involves designing and managing electrical systems for federal, commercial, and industrial construction projects, including low and medium voltage distribution, lighting, and specialty systems. The position requires applying electrical engineering principles, performing construction administration, and providing guidance to junior team members, with opportunities for limited travel and hybrid remote work options.
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Role summary
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer (EIT) to join their engineering team in Moncks Corner, SC. This full-time role supports electrical design and documentation for federal, commercial, and industrial projects, including low- and medium-voltage distribution, lighting, lightning protection, data centers, and other specialty systems. The position is ideal for an engineer with ~1 year of engineering-firm experience who is EIT-eligible or recently certified.
What you’ll do
- Perform electrical design from conceptual phase through design completion for new construction and renovation projects.
- Prepare detailed electrical drawings, specifications, and associated documentation.
- Apply engineering fundamentals, codes, and industry best practices (including NEC/NFPA standards).
- Support construction administration: respond to RFIs, review submittals, and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.
- Help establish and implement standards, processes, and workflows for the electrical team.
- Provide guidance to less-experienced team members and contribute to project coordination.
- May perform project or design management tasks as assigned.
- Travel to customer sites for field inspections as needed (<10%).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- EIT certification or active registration for the FE exam.
- Basic working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70).
- Hands-on experience with electrical building system design.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and AutoCAD.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Eligibility for a U.S. security clearance.
Desired / Preferred experience
- Experience on federal projects and familiarity with UFC and UFGS guidance.
- Experience with BIM (Autodesk Revit), SKM power analysis, and lighting foot-candle calculations.
- Knowledge of NFPA 780, NFPA 101, and other relevant codes.
- Prior work in manufacturing or construction environments.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement plan
- Flexible remote working options
- Paid time off
- Professional development support
- Employee assistance programs
Application materials & submission requirements
- Cover letter
- Current resume with references
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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