At Ballinger, we are passionate about complex challenges and re-world problem-solving. Design challenges come in all shapes and sizes, and the ones we prefer test prefer test us as design professionals. We seek out complex projects with big impact because they require us to ask tough questions, synthesize data, and push past the boundaries of existing answers into the realm of innovative solutions. Ballinger team members thrive on those challenges because our clients do, too: our work for them enables their ambitious endeavors in science and medicine, research and government, manufacturing, and technology. Ballinger welcomes ambition with career development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. Here ideas will always be more important than hierarchy because they result in buildings as transformative as the missions they serve.

Position Summary

The electrical engineer is responsible for the analysis and design of electrical systems-related facilities, utilities, and infrastructure. Project types include life science facilities, industrial, and corporate facilities, This is an entry-level role, recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Position Responsibilities • Engineering support on project teams under the direction of project leaders
• Interfaces with all disciplines during the design/coordination phases
• Accountable for the timely delivery of the assignments delegated in the work plan
• Direct engineering on projects: Development and execution of design and drafting from schematics through construction administration with guidance from engineering leadership

Technical/Professional Skills

• Analytical and engineering evaluation skills
• Superior client relations and high level of responsiveness to both internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional work planning and time management skills, able to organize multiple projects at same time and prioritize deliverables
• Well-developed interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to develop expertise in all Ballinger's project types: research buildings, science and academic, hospitals- technical complex building projects- both renovation and new construction
• Develops design or technical solutions under the supervision of the team leads
• CAD & Revit proficiency required
• Excel, Word, and analysis software proficiency
• Thorough understanding of discipline’s drawing and graphic standards, adherence to standards for quality and consistency in Ballinger’s product
• Dependable, responsible, with the ability to collaborate in a team environment effectively
• Coordination skills, specifically communication, organization, time management, and adaptability

Requirements• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering or related field of practice, post graduate preferred
• Revit and CAD proficient
• One year experience or more preferred in a construction, architectural or engineering firm (internship, co-op); occasional travel (<15%) may be required to client sites 

IT IS THE POLICY OF BALLINGER TO ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION OR HARASSMENT ON THE BASIS OF race (including hairstyle/texture), religion, color, citizenship, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ballinger prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

ABOUT US:

Ballinger is one of the oldest continuously practicing architecture and engineering firm in the United States. Founded in l878. We make places for people who make the future. Healers and learners, makers and innovators: they are the people who inspire us, because their work changes lives for the better. For them, a building must be both functional and exceptional, an environment that empowers those who experience it. We believe that a building designed and engineered with insight and intelligence becomes a catalyst for today’s transformative endeavors – and an enabler of tomorrow’s promising futures.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We believe that people are our greatest asset and the precision, expertise, and collaboration that we bring to our projects sets us apart from the competition and enables us to make an impact on our world and community. We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Wellness, FSA/HSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Short and Long-Term Disability Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave, 401(K) plan with company contribution, Commuter Benefits, Paid Holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO), Community Volunteer Events and fresh fruit and yogurt provided every morning in the office.

LOCATION:

This role is based in our Philadelphia, PA headquarters with (3) days per week on-site and a flexible, hybrid work schedule to balance your day.