Electrical Engineer- Early Career

Company: Shive Hattery Group, Inc.
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: February 23, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Shive-Hattery’s Iowa City office has an opening for a new graduate or early career Electrical Engineer with 0-5 years of experience. This opportunity is a full-time position for a motivated individual with the ability to work and learn with the goal of acquiring a Professional Engineering license. Requirements Assist more senior Electrical Engineers with entry-level engineering tasks Assist with electrical design for building systems which includes power distribution, LED and custom lighting design, Life Safety Systems, and data/communications Work in multiple market sectors including Industrial, Institutional, Commercial, Education, Government and Healthcare facilities Works under the direction of a senior engineer towards the design and document production efforts of building systems using 3D Revit modeling software Assist with performing onsite construction administration and construction observation services including reporting and monitoring contractor’s compliance with contract documents, measuring and data collection. Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Experience: new graduate or early career Design Professional with 0-5 years of experience; Internships/summer experience in engineering or construction a plus License/Certification: Intent to take, or have already taken/passed, the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. Experience with design of lighting, power, and low-voltage systems is desired Practical experience in 3D modeling; Revit is preferred. A desire to learn Autodesk Revit is required Proficient in Microsoft Office Word & Excel is desired Collaborates with multi-discipline team members and has good interpersonal skills Communicates effectively, orally and in writing Manages time and workload effectively which includes planning, organization and prioritization with attention to detail. Benefit Highlights: Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity FSA – Medical & Dependent Care 8 Paid Holidays PTO Paid Parental Leave 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match Overtime Bonus Profit Sharing Bonus First Time License Bonus Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support Professional Development Opportunities Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription …And Many More! U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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