Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. (JMT, formerly Clark Nexsen) invites applications for an Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) in Virginia Beach, VA. This hybrid role supports the design, analysis, equipment selection, and system layout of electrical systems for multi-discipline building projects across commercial, higher education, and government facilities. You will collaborate with senior engineers and project teams to translate requirements into effective electrical solutions.
Benefits and Work Culture
We value a healthy work-life balance and offer a flexible hybrid schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. The office environment is comfortable, with adequate lighting and temperature, and designed to support collaboration and focused work. You will join a collaborative team that includes senior engineers and project managers who guide the design process and help you grow professionally.
Responsibilities
- Work with, respond to, and take direction from Senior Engineers, Project Managers, Managing Principals, Department Directors, and senior management
- Perform various aspects of Electrical Engineering design, including conceptual studies, program requirements, design analysis, calculations, equipment selection and layout, and system selection and layout for building design, upgrades, and retrofits
- Operate within a multi-discipline design team supervised by senior engineers and project managers on projects of medium to large scope; coordinate and communicate with other engineers and design team members
- Meet with clients as directed
- Comply with the firm’s quality control policies and procedures
- Learn and implement department and company standards
- Prepare project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents
- Provide electrical support during bidding, including preparing addenda, amendments, and responding to RFIs
- Provide electrical construction phase services, including representing the firm on-site, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings
Requirements
- Ability to prepare effective and concise documents and correspondence
- Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Can-do attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
- Dedication to professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm
- Proficient in MS Office software
- Proficient in discipline-specific design software
- Graduated from an ABET-accredited 4- or 5-year engineering program in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering (Electrical Engineering focus), Electrical Engineering Technology, or Architectural Engineering Technology (Electrical Engineering focus)
- Earned the designation of EI or EIT in at least one US state, preferably in the local jurisdiction
- Pursuing Professional Engineer licensure (PE) within 12 months of eligibility
Technologies
- MS Office Software
- Discipline-specific design software
Preferred Experience
- Understanding of sustainable design principles and practices included in LEED and Well Building standards is encouraged
- Additional certifications such as RCDD, LC, IALD are encouraged to reflect ongoing professional growth
- Active membership in IEEE, IES, or other related professional organizations is desirable
Working Conditions
This role follows a hybrid schedule designed to support work-life balance. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending, and lifting of minimal weight are required. The office environment is comfortable with adequate lighting and temperature.
