Entry-Level Electrical Designer

Orion Placement
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • $60,000–$70,000 Per Year
3 days ago

Job Description

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Launch your electrical design career with an established, multidisciplinary engineering team where you will contribute to real-world building projects from day one.
  • Work alongside experienced engineers and designers while gaining hands-on exposure to power distribution, lighting, controls, fire alarm, and specialty systems.
  • Build valuable AutoCAD and Revit experience while developing construction documents for a diverse range of projects.
  • Receive professional development support, licensing reimbursement, and opportunities to continue building your technical skills.
  • Enjoy comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, nine paid holidays, and an annual bonus based on company performance.
  • Join a collaborative, team-first environment that values learning, communication, and long-term professional growth.

Location:

Pittsburgh, PA. This is an on-site opportunity where you will work closely with our engineering and design team in a collaborative office environment. Free parking is provided.

Note:

Candidates must have a BSEE or BAE from an ABET-accredited institution and be authorized to work in the United States. This is a true entry-level opportunity, and previous full-time engineering experience is not required.

About Us

We are an established, full-service engineering firm providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering solutions for a diverse client base. Our team partners with architects, owners, engineers, and builders to develop practical, reliable, and efficient solutions for complex projects. We value teamwork, technical excellence, professional growth, and people who are excited to learn. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Perform electrical load calculations, lighting calculations, and other design calculations with guidance from experienced engineers.
  • Create and update construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Design power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, and specialty electrical systems.
  • Participate in field surveys and existing-condition assessments alongside senior engineers.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and designers to deliver coordinated project solutions.
  • Manage multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy, organization, and project deadlines.
  • Continue building your technical knowledge through hands-on project experience and mentorship.
  • Participate in occasional project-related travel as needed.

Qualifications

  • BSEE or BAE from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Internship or co-op experience is a plus, 0-3 years of experience is preferred.
  • Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, electrical design, or building systems is preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organization and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and responsibilities.
  • Technical curiosity and a desire to continue learning.
  • Team-first mindset and ability to collaborate effectively.
  • Fundamentals of Engineering exam is encouraged but not required.
  • Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Supportive environment for early-career engineers and designers.
  • Hands-on experience across a variety of electrical building systems and project types.
  • Professional development and licensing reimbursement.
  • Medical benefits with employer premium contributions.
  • Dental and vision benefits.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Nine paid holidays and paid time off.
  • Annual bonus based on company performance.
  • Free parking and a collaborative in-office team environment.

JPC-2417

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: BSEE or BAE from an ABET-accredited institution. Must be a U.S. citizen. Preferred: 0-3 yrs of electrical design exp.

  • Required Years as Associate: 0-3

Submission Email: Rick -

rsabol@claitman.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established multidisciplinary engineering firm hiring an entry-level Electrical Designer in Pittsburgh. Role focuses on electrical building systems, AutoCAD/Revit construction documents, calculations, and field surveys. Target BSEE/BAE new graduate through 3 years of experience who can work on-site.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Electrical Designer - Entry Level - Claitman Engineering Associates, Inc. - JPC-2417  - source

**New Job Order Alert**

  • Client job title: Electrical Designer - Entry Level
  • Location: Pittsburgh, PA
  • On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
  • Experience: 0-3
  • Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Electrical Designer, Electrical Engineer I, Junior Electrical Engineer, MEP Electrical Designer, Electrical EIT, Revit MEP, AutoCAD
  • of hires needed: 1

Numbers & Facts

LocationPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Salary$60,000–$70,000 Per Year

Skills

  • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)unmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Building Systemsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Construction Document Setunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Electrical Designunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Fire Alarmunmatched
  • Fire Suppression/Controlunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Licensingunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Maintenance - Plumbingunmatched
  • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
  • Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)unmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Retirement Planunmatched
  • Security Equipmentunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Recruitingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • United States Citizenunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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