Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer
Cincinnati, OH

Overview

Davies Engineering Group is looking for an upcoming Electrical Engineer graduate to contribute to innovative design and analysis projects across commercial, industrial, and pharmaceutical facilities.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the electrical scope to provide meaningful solutions for our clients. You’ll apply your electrical engineering expertise, code knowledge, and best practices while expanding your skills through project work and client interactions. As you grow, you’ll gain a deep understanding of Davies Engineering standards and client expectations which will empower you to deliver high-quality results.

What You'll Do:

You will work with other engineers and design specialists as part of a project team, and team size depends on the project scope and complexity.

• Visit client sites to determine existing conditions, meet with contractors and code officials
• Meet with clients to determine project scope, background data, equipment preferences
• Make equipment selection using manufacturers' information
• Prepare designs and details using AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Prepare and edit technical specifications
• Prepare construction cost estimates
• Investigate problems using knowledge about electrical codes and construction methods
• Institute quality control procedures to ensure correct and accurate deliverables
• Review design with client representatives
• Perform construction administration, including answering contractor questions, and making field visits to review construction status
• Perform concept development, design, and analysis for projects including:
  • Power distribution systems for commercial/industrial/institutional buildings including new and retrofit projects, large chillers, boilers, and pumps, motor control centers, switchgear, substations, fire pumps, emergency generators, UPSs, grounding systems
  • Lighting design including interior, site, high-bay, exit and emergency lighting systems
  • Communications, data and miscellaneous building systems including (fire alarm, PA, intercom, telephone, data)
  • Building and industrial control systems

Skills & Experience:

• Prior co-op or internship experience at an engineering consulting firm strongly preferred
• Electrical or Architectural Engineering Degree required (ABET accredited) – Accepting May 2027 graduates
• On track to take and pass the FE exam
• Software experience preferred: AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to learn and grow in career

Why Davies?

Davies Engineering Group is named after the late Gary Davies, an engineer who inspired others to dream bigger, work harder, and do what's right - even if it's not easy. DEG represents the continued growth and evolution of our engineering team, and we show up for our people with the same mindset. With a competitive salary, a generous bonus program, and comprehensive benefits, Davies is continuing to move forward, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.