Electrical Engineering New Graduate | Philadelphia, PA
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 Philadelphia, PA. 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 assist in the engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings.
In this role, you will support project execution, planning, documentation, and client communication while working within project budgets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. You will join a team with a strong education focus and contribute to high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.
At a Glance
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Discipline: Electrical
Markets: Education
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 5%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
Assist with the design and analysis of electrical systems for buildings, creating detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools.
Support consulting projects as part of the project team, helping move work forward to meet project goals and client expectations.
Interact with clients to gather project requirements and communicate technical information clearly and professionally.
Help build and maintain client relationships through professional communication.
Assist with project planning, scheduling, and design-progress documentation to support deadlines and objectives.
Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and help develop practical, efficient solutions with senior engineers and consultants.
Participate in quality control processes to help ensure designs and solutions meet company standards, industry standards and client requirements.
Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and electrical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and help 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.
What You'll Bring
Required
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
Engineering in Training (EIT) or equivalent required
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
Philadelphia MEP team with a strong education and cultural-institution portfolio
Museum, library, and campus work including Penn Museum, Swarthmore, and Johns Hopkins
HVAC replacement and electrical switchgear, including historic-preservation projects
Multifamily housing and religious-facility experience
Recent work includes Penn Museum Egypt & Nubia Galleries, Cultural; Swarthmore McCabe Library, Education; and Eastern State Penitentiary HVAC, Cultural.
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
Consistent with Philadelphia law, a background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment. Any criminal history will be assessed on an individualized basis in relation to the position.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today and start building your career through meaningful project work, mentorship, and opportunities to make a positive impact for clients 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
- Engineering in Training (EIT) or equivalent
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts used to produce technical plans and specifications
- Knowledge of circuit theory, electromagnetism, power systems, and electronics as applied to building electrical systems
- Knowledge of industry-standard engineering software and tools, including lighting photometric and energy compliance software
- Excellent oral, written, technical, analytical, 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 (BIM) 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
IMEG Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IMEG and has not been reviewed or approved by IMEG.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage is available on the first day of employment, limiting coverage gaps when switching jobs. Health plans are described as offering solid options, including BCBS choices, with sentiment skewing positive.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership via an ESOP is emphasized, alongside a 401(k), with stock ownership opportunities for eligible employees. This structure can provide meaningful long-term value for those who stay through vesting.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Immediate PTO eligibility and a generous holiday schedule are highlighted, with vacation/PTO described favorably in recent entries. Parental leave is available and positively characterized in newer posts.
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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
