Junior Electrical Engineer (Bethesda)
The Junior Electrical Engineer role at Confidential Client involves supporting the design and development of electrical construction documents and BIM models for residential and commercial projects. This entry-level position requires proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality within a collaborative, client-focused engineering firm based in Bethesda, MD.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Electrical Designer to support MEP design work for residential and commercial projects. This hands-on role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional who wants to build practical skills in Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and electrical BIM within a collaborative consulting environment.
- Set up new Revit MEP projects using established company templates
- Develop electrical construction documents using Revit MEP
- Create and maintain electrical BIM models as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Develop, modify, and update Revit MEP families as required
- Perform file management tasks — model posting, downloading updates, managing links, and version control
- Participate in coordination meetings with other trades and assist in generating project reports
- Support design tasks related to lighting, power distribution, and fire alarm systems under senior guidance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
- 0–3 years of electrical design experience (entry-level candidates encouraged)
- Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles and power distribution design
- Proficiency in Revit (Revit MEP) and AutoCAD — required
- Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Strong attention to detail and an understanding of drawing/model organization and accuracy
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; eagerness to learn and grow professionally
Skills & Tools
- Revit MEP (project setup, families, BIM modeling)
- AutoCAD (construction documents)
- Basic electrical load and distribution concepts
- File/version control and multi-trade coordination practices
Workplace & Schedule
- Full-time, onsite position (West Bethesda, MD)
- Typical consulting/office schedule with occasional coordination meetings and project deadlines
Candidate Considerations (Compliant with applicable laws)
To respect applicant privacy and comply with state pay-history restrictions, candidates are not required to provide past compensation. Focus your application materials on relevant project experience, software proficiency (Revit/AutoCAD), and availability.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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