Design Professional - Electrical

Description

Shive-Hattery's Cedar Rapids office has an opening for a new graduate or early career Electrical Engineer with 0 to 2 years of experience. This opportunity is a full-time position for a motivated individual with the ability to work and learn with the goal of acquiring a Professional Engineering license.

• Assist more senior Electrical Engineers with entry-level engineering tasks
• Assist with electrical design for building systems which includes power distribution, LED and custom lighting design, Life Safety Systems, and data/communications
• Work in multiple market sectors including Industrial, Institutional, Commercial, Education, Government and Healthcare facilities
• Works under the direction of a senior engineer towards the design and document production efforts of building systems using 3D Revit modeling software
• Assist with performing onsite construction administration and construction observation services including reporting and monitoring contractor's compliance with contract documents, measuring and data collection.

Why Shive-Hattery?

You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.

At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.

Benefit Highlights:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• …And Many More!

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. 

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an electrical engineering emphasis
• Experience: new graduate or early career Design Professional with 0 to 2 years; Internships/summer experience in engineering or construction a plus
• License/Certification: Have taken and passed, or intent to take, the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to obtain official Engineering Intern designation by the State of Iowa
• Experience with design of lighting, power, and low-voltage systems is desired
• Practical experience in 3D modeling; Revit is preferred. A desire to learn Autodesk Revit is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word & Excel is desired
• Collaborates with multi-discipline team members and has good interpersonal skills
• Communicates effectively, orally and in writing
• Manages time and workload effectively which includes planning, organization and prioritization with attention to detail
• Must be able to drive and have access to an automobile, climb ladders and work off of elevated platforms and open grating, and wear personal protective equipment required for specific clients and sites
• Must be able to pass drug screening tests and background screening, which are both required for some client sites.