What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Trueline?
Trueline is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their team in Des Moines or Ames, Iowa. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering across the Midwest.
What You'll Do as the Electrical Engineer:
- Design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings
- Perform calculations and analyses using specialized design software
- Produce technical drawings and documentation
- Assist in developing study reports and responding to contractor inquiries
- Conduct field investigations and site assessments
- Ensure compliance with relevant codes and regulations, including ASHRAE standards
- Collaborate with team members and interact directly with clients
Must-Haves as the Electrical Engineer:
- 4 years as a Electrical Engineer designing for higher ed, K-12, and/or city/county government projects
- 4 years of experience designing lighting system components (fixtures, controls, circuiting, details, etc.)
- Experience developing electrical power system components (electrical gear, circuiting, details, etc.)
- Experience with low-voltage system components (fire alarm, communications, access control, security, audio/video, etc.)
- Experience interfacing with customers, contractors, and stakeholders
- Okay with working onsite
- BS inElectrical, MEP, or Construction Engineering
Nice-To-Haves as the Electrical Engineer:
- 7 years of experience as a Electrical or MEP Engineer designing systems for higher ed, K-12, and/or city/county government projects
- PE or EIT
- MS in Electrical or Construction Engineering
This Role Offers:
- Hybrid work arrangement with part-time remote opportunities
- Generous vacation and sick time
- Individual retirement plan with company contributions
- Life, disability, and health insurance
- Annual bonus potential
- Collaborative work environment focused on professional growth and development
- Opportunity for career advancement in a growing firm
Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to apply only when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point in the job description, we encourage you to apply.
