Electrical Engineering New Graduate | Buffalo, NY
100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities.
IMEG is hiring an Electrical Engineering New Graduate in Buffalo, NY. 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. You will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants to assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings.
In this role, you will support project execution, collaborate across disciplines, work within project budgets, and help communicate technical information with clients and project teams. You will contribute to education and government projects while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.
At a Glance
Location: Buffalo or Rochester, NY
Discipline: Electrical
Markets: Education and Government
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 5%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
Assist in the design and analysis of electrical systems, using engineering software and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards
Support the engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings
Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
Work as part of a project team to support the execution of consulting projects
Assist with project planning, scheduling, and documenting design decisions and client instructions while monitoring design progress
Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions
Work within the project's monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations
Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts, and prioritize safety by identifying and mitigating potential safety risks associated with electrical systems
What You'll Bring
Required
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
Experience
None listed
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 ComCheck; 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 (BIM) 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
Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 Pounds
Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises
About the Team
Service mix is centered on higher education and public-sector work, with repeated MEP and fire protection support for campus renovations, labs, data-center-type spaces, athletic facilities, and utility or infrastructure upgrades. Electrical appears often as a lead discipline, though many projects carry full mechanical-electrical-plumbing scope.
They also support healthcare, libraries, generators, controls, accessibility, and study-heavy infrastructure work, especially in public and campus settings. Overall, the portfolio suggests a team that is especially strong in education-and-government renovations, technical spaces, and infrastructure refreshes.
Recent work includes University at Buffalo (SUNY) / Buffalo, NY / Renovate Computing Center for Science, Education; Dormitory Authority State Of New York - Albany / Albany, NY / Hutchings PC Boiler Rpl. Bldg 5,6,15,17, Government (City/County/State); and SUNY - Potsdam / Potsdam, NY / SUNY Potsdam Maxcy Hall Ceilings, Education.
Why IMEG
We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one
An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one
IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE
Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
State of New York Salary Range: $76,000 – $80,000 per year
The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.
Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.
Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today and start building your consulting and technical foundation at IMEG while contributing to projects that create positive outcomes for people and communities.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.
IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts used to produce technical plans and specifications
- Strong technical and analytical skills, including circuit theory, electromagnetism, power systems, and electronics applied to building electrical systems
- Knowledge of industry-standard engineering software and tools, including lighting photometric calculation software and energy compliance software
- Familiarity with Adobe or Bluebeam Revu
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- 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 of Building Information Modeling software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays
- Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry
- Engineering in Training (EIT) license
What We Do
With a history that dates back nearly 100 years, IMEG grew from several firms coming together under one uniting vision: people-centered engineering. As a national engineering and design consulting company we’ve intentionally localized our focus to serve carefully chosen regions and markets, allowing us to put relationships and communities first, without sacrificing expertise. Our specialties are high-performing building systems, infrastructure, program management and construction-related services, but our secret to success is found in our deep bench of 1,500 team members. For us, people-centered engineering is about more than the people we serve — it’s representative of the engaged employee culture we’ve worked hard to create. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement and the ability to develop a niche specialty. After all, that’s the whole reason we’re drawn to people-centered engineering: everyone wins. By utilizing a collaborative project approach that values our local relationships, national resources and employee engagement, we’re able to produce high caliber work through high quality processes
