Electrical Engineer-in-Training (Seattle)

KGS Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer-in-Training to join our office in Bellevue, WA.

About Us

We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.

As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. It’s a place where you can apply your abilities and contribute to challenging and meaningful projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll also have countless opportunities to learn and grow.

The Role

The Electrical Engineer-in-Training will work to prepare electrical engineering designs and related documents. You will work on assigned projects under the guidance of Intermediate to Senior level Engineers while collaborating with engineers and designers from other disciplines. Working in a team environment, you will ensure projects are completed within allotted schedules and budgets, and up to high quality standards.

You will gain valuable experience in building systems including power distribution, lighting and controls, fire alarm, communications, and security. You will assist in creating and performing changes to drawings in both 2D plans in AutoCAD and 3D models in Revit.

This position provides an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate to work with a highly experienced multi-disciplinary group of engineers to gain experience while working towards obtaining their Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design of various electrical systems and performing electrical studies under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers.
• Preparation of preliminary drawings, equipment technical specifications, detail design and associated construction drawings.
• Perform routine calculations and design as directed.
• Provide equipment selections and communicate with vendors.
• Issue drawings and other documents.
• Assist with the preparation and review of proposals and reports.
• Visit job sites to inspect for drawing compliance, data gathering, and witness commissioning activities.
• Work in a team environment and attend multi-disciplinary project meetings. Work collaboratively with other disciplines including architects, clients, and contractors. Work on small projects or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

To fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant bringing forward a mix of qualifications and previous experiences. Some highlights could include:

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Registered (or eligible to become registered) with Washington as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.).
• Strong understanding of power systems theory and analysis software will be considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD and Revit will be considered an asset.
• Travel to project sites is usually limited but will be required at times depending on project/client requirements.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks.

KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.

KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.