#Hiring: Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) ️
Location: Austin, TX
Schedule: Full-time Hybrid
Salary: $70,000 $100,000/yr
Experience: 2+ years electrical engineering experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
EIT Certification Required
️ MEP / Building Systems Experience Preferred
Central Texas Recruiting is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT) to join a growing MEP engineering team in Austin. This role will support the design, analysis, and documentation of electrical systems for commercial, institutional, educational, municipal, healthcare, and other building projects while working alongside experienced Professional Engineers.
Key Responsibilities
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, specifications, and construction documents
Support development of cost estimates and design alternatives
Research and apply local, state, and national electrical codes and standards
Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, plumbing, structural, and architectural disciplines
Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering software
Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs during construction
Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations
Support Project Managers and Senior Engineers with project delivery, documentation, and QA/QC
Participate in project meetings with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams
Continue professional development toward Texas P.E. licensure
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
EIT certification required, or ability to obtain within six months of hire
2+ years of electrical engineering experience
Consulting engineering, MEP design, or building systems experience preferred
Basic familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
Working knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals and building systems design
Understanding of the National Electrical Code preferred
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Strongly Preferred:
Experience with SKM, ETAP, Visual Lighting, or similar electrical design software
Familiarity with sustainable design practices and energy codes
Experience with commercial, institutional, or municipal building projects
PMP certification, Master's degree, or leadership experience is a plus
Junior Electrical Engineer in Austin at Central Texas Recruiting
This position is listed as contract and hybrid. It was posted 2 days ago.