Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) | Austin, TX | Hybrid MEP Design

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Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) | Austin, TX | Hybrid MEP Design
Full Time | MEP Electrical Engineering | Austin, Texas

Kerry Martin, MSN, RN
Senior Recruiter | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 608-216-2928
Email: kerry@heartlinestaffing.com
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Heartline Staffing is hiring a Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) in Austin, Texas.

POSITION OVERVIEW
• 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
• Ideal for an engineer eager to build technical expertise and work toward a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
• Clear path toward a Texas P.E. license under the guidance of licensed Professional Engineers
• Diverse project portfolio across multiple building sectors
• Hybrid work arrangement
• 22–28 days of PTO plus 8 paid holidays
• 401(k) and defined pension plan
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Internal training, mentoring, and reimbursement for job-related professional development

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Full-time position
• Hybrid work arrangement based in Austin, Texas
• MEP department within a multidisciplinary engineering team
• Includes field visits, site investigations, and construction observations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Electrical Engineering & Design
• 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, submittals, and RFIs during construction
• Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations, and help prepare observation reports

Project Support & Coordination
• 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

Professional Development
• 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

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Compensation details shared during your recruiter conversation
• 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

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