Junior Engineer, Electrical

If you are a team player with a passion to drive your career in Electrical Engineering, Popli Design Group (PDG) is the place for you! PDG is seeking a Junior Engineer to add to our growing and talented team.

As a Junior Engineer your main responsibilities include working under the guidance and support of more experienced Engineers. You will be involved in collecting data and gathering information to be used in various documents. Additionally, you will perform standard analysis tasks and utilize software such as AutoCAD and/or REVIT, with close supervision, to create plans for building designs. Your role will also involve designing sections of electrical systems for new and renovated buildings, covering aspects such as power distribution and lighting.

The perfect candidate should possess a basic to advanced working knowledge of electrical circuit theory and design. It is important to have a basic understanding of power distribution, computer network systems, and associated communications infrastructures. Familiarity with signals and controls is also required. Proficiency in CAD software principles, supported by academic experience in a CAD software package, is necessary. The position typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited program. Relevant experience of up to three years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guided by and provides support to more experienced Engineers.
• Collects data and gathers information for documents.
• Performs standard analysis.
• Creation of plans using AutoCAD and/or REVIT under close supervision.
• Design of sections of building electrical systems, for both new and renovated building including power and lighting.
• Basic to advanced working knowledge of electrical circuit theory and design.
• Basic understanding of power distribution.
• Basic understanding of computer network systems and associated communications infrastructures.
• Basic understanding of signals/controls.
• Knowledge of CAD software principles with some academic experience in a CAD software package.
• Technical Report Writing Ability with fluency using the English Language
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Experience, Education, and Certification

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited program.
• 0-3 years of experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Work Environment

• Interact with other PDG personnel both within the department and outside.
• Professional office environment.
• Limited client interaction.
• Receive close supervision and mentoring for all design tasks.
• Travel between PDG offices (Syracuse, Rochester, Binghamton and Buffalo), as well as to project sites may be required on occasion.

Physical Demands

• The job requires prolonged periods of sitting at a computer.
• Travel will be required within NY State.

About Popli Design Group (PDG)

PDG is a well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm that has been serving clients since 1982. With four decades of experience and expertise, we have evolved from a transportation engineering firm to a comprehensive, full-service organization with seven office locations in New York State. Our extensive portfolio of successful projects has earned us a trusted reputation among our clients.

If you are seeking a dynamic and rewarding career in the architecture and engineering field, PDG will offer you exciting opportunities to work on impactful projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and contribute to our continued success. As a certified minority-owned business enterprise (MBE) in New York, we embrace diversity and foster an inclusive work environment.
Together, we can shape a future of innovative design, engineering excellence, and client & employee satisfaction. Join us at Popli Design Group and be part of our journey towards excellence!

Good faith salary range is provided, and salary package will be commensurate with experience.