Electrical Engineering New Graduate | Urbandale, IA

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

100% Employee-Owned

This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities.

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Engineering New Graduate in Urbandale, IA to work closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes. This entry‑level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one.

Primary responsibilities include assisting in engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings while supporting project budgets and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. You will support work across commercial and institutional markets, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP
2050 and AIA
2030.

• Location:
  
  Urbandale, IA
• Discipline:
  Electrical Engineering
• Markets:
  Commercial and institutional
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Travel:
  Up to 5%
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full-time in office
• Sponsorship:
  Not available

• Assist in the design and analysis of electrical systems using engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively while building and maintaining client relationships through professional communication
• Support the execution of consulting projects by assisting with project planning and scheduling tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives
• Assist with documenting design decisions and instructions from clients while monitoring project design progress
• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electrical engineering, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with electrical systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals
• Work within the project's monetary budget while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to circuit theory, electromagnetism, power systems, and electronics as they relate to electrical systems design for buildings
• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools, including lighting photometric calculation software such as AGI, Elum Tools, Visual Lighting, or other; energy compliance software such as Com Check; and familiar use of Adobe or Bluebeam Revu
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
• Basic knowledge in the use of Building Information Modeling (Building Information Model) software
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
• Engineering in Training (EIT) License preferred