Entry Level Facility Design Electrical Engineer
The Entry Level Facility Design Electrical Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for reviewing electrical design calculations, drawings, and specifications for building and site infrastructure projects. The role involves construction inspections, cost estimation, and collaboration with facility sponsors, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure safe and reliable naval nuclear reactor facilities. This position offers a stable, mission-driven career with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork in a government contractor environment.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Facility Design Electrical Engineer to join a design team supporting building construction and site infrastructure projects at a major federal engineering facility in Niskayuna, NY. This is an early-career engineering role with opportunities to learn construction design review, on-site execution, and cross-discipline coordination.
- Review electrical calculations, design drawings, and technical specifications for facility and infrastructure projects
- Perform construction inspections and document findings
- Participate in production and coordination meetings with internal teams and external partners
- Develop and review construction cost estimates and assist in value engineering
- Prepare evaluations and technical correspondence; interface with facility sponsors, architect & engineering firms, and contractors
- Apply and interpret the National Electrical Code and applicable New York State building codes to designs and fieldwork
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical/engineering/science field (Master’s degree acceptable)
- Strong technical writing, review, and communication skills
- Ability to learn design standards and represent design intent during construction
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, designers, contractors, and facility stakeholders
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience (internship or professional) in consulting engineering or facility design
- Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) and New York State Building Code
- Basic experience with construction inspection, cost estimating, or CAD/Revit is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $63,900 - $97,800 per year (provided as a guideline; actual pay depends on experience and qualifications)
- Health, dental, and vision plans
- Voluntary benefits, disability, life & accident insurance
- 401(k) savings program & capital accumulation plan
- Paid personal and medical time off; paid parental leave
- Flexible work schedules, tuition assistance, and student debt benefit programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
Location & Security Requirements
- Location: Niskayuna, NY (on-site at a federal engineering facility)
- U.S. citizenship is required for this role
- Candidates will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter
- Position requires the ability to pass a company drug test in compliance with federal contractor policies (testing includes marijuana, which remains a federal controlled substance)
Why Apply
This role is a strong fit for early-career electrical engineers who want hands-on exposure to facility design and construction in a mission-driven engineering environment, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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