Entry Level Building Engineer Jobs
New grad building engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with employers like Lincoln Property Company, Meta, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary
The Building Electrical Group is responsible for all building electrical systems including lighting, fire protection and low voltage for our design build, industrial projects. We design and build food and beverage production facilities. Our building electrical team is involved with designing the electrical systems, calculating power loads, determining, and selecting equipment sizes, and vetting and selecting suitable vendors, suppliers, and sub-contractors. The professional will have technical responsibility for scoping, performing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments. His/her specific responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Design electrical systems for building power, i.e. normal, emergency, and standby power distribution systems for 208v, 480v, and medium voltage for industrial facilities.
- Document all necessary calculations for the design such as short circuit, selective coordination, arc flash, generator sizing, steady state and transient voltage drops, load calculations, conductor sizing, raceway fills, etc.
- Maintain project document organization
- Manage time and meet commitments
- Understand Ohms Law, AC/DC, Electric and magnetic fields
- Understand power system theory – 3-phase vector math, power factor, symmetrical components
- Understand capacitors, inductors, and resonance
- Design lighting for food processing spaces, including lighting calculations for emergency and inspection lighting level needs. Coordinate fixture placement/mounting with other trades.
- Design fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101, and local building code.
- Design low voltage systems such as LAN, phones, PA, Wi-Fi, access control, cameras, etc.
- Produce bid documents consisting of layout drawings, one-line, riser, schedules, details, and specifications.
- CAD – add 2D devices to Xrefs
- Procure long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgears, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCC’s, generators, variable speed drives, and UPS’s.
- Transformer configurations
- Estimate weights of main tray/trapezes and equipment needing support
- Assist in managing electrical bid process for clients, observing construction, and assisting with startup.
- Project planning and feasibility studies.
- Actively participate in and support department-wide standard development, updates, and maintenance.
- Research electrical building/power materials and best practices
- Support talent growth within our organization
About You
- Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Access).
- Familiarity with three phase power, the National Electric Code, wireless radio systems, fire and security systems, Fiber or LAN cabling is a plus.
- Familiarity with designing lighting, fire alarm systems, and low voltage systems for building spaces, including lighting calculations, and coordinating fixture placement with trades.
- GPA: 3.0 or above
- Travel to customer project sites for fieldwork, review, audit, and meetings, estimated 25%.
- Familiarity AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
- Up to 25% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Summary
The Building Electrical Group is responsible for all building electrical systems including lighting, fire protection and low voltage for our design build, industrial projects. We design and build food and beverage production facilities. Our building electrical team is involved with designing the electrical systems, calculating power loads, determining, and selecting equipment sizes, and vetting and selecting suitable vendors, suppliers, and sub-contractors. The professional will have technical responsibility for scoping, performing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments. His/her specific responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Design electrical systems for building power, i.e. normal, emergency, and standby power distribution systems for 208v, 480v, and medium voltage for industrial facilities.
- Document all necessary calculations for the design such as short circuit, selective coordination, arc flash, generator sizing, steady state and transient voltage drops, load calculations, conductor sizing, raceway fills, etc.
- Maintain project document organization
- Manage time and meet commitments
- Understand Ohms Law, AC/DC, Electric and magnetic fields
- Understand power system theory – 3-phase vector math, power factor, symmetrical components
- Understand capacitors, inductors, and resonance
- Design lighting for food processing spaces, including lighting calculations for emergency and inspection lighting level needs. Coordinate fixture placement/mounting with other trades.
- Design fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101, and local building code.
- Design low voltage systems such as LAN, phones, PA, Wi-Fi, access control, cameras, etc.
- Produce bid documents consisting of layout drawings, one-line, riser, schedules, details, and specifications.
- CAD – add 2D devices to Xrefs
- Procure long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgears, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCC’s, generators, variable speed drives, and UPS’s.
- Transformer configurations
- Estimate weights of main tray/trapezes and equipment needing support
- Assist in managing electrical bid process for clients, observing construction, and assisting with startup.
- Project planning and feasibility studies.
- Actively participate in and support department-wide standard development, updates, and maintenance.
- Research electrical building/power materials and best practices
- Support talent growth within our organization
About You
- Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Access).
- Familiarity with three phase power, the National Electric Code, wireless radio systems, fire and security systems, Fiber or LAN cabling is a plus.
- Familiarity with designing lighting, fire alarm systems, and low voltage systems for building spaces, including lighting calculations, and coordinating fixture placement with trades.
- GPA: 3.0 or above
- Travel to customer project sites for fieldwork, review, audit, and meetings, estimated 25%.
- Familiarity AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
- Up to 25% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Entry Level Building Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level building engineer job?
Entry level building engineer roles typically look for candidates with a relevant degree in mechanical, electrical, or facilities engineering, plus any hands-on experience from internships, co-ops, or campus projects. Employers at this level often prioritize candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with building systems, HVAC, or preventive maintenance procedures. A strong internship background or a portfolio of technical coursework gives new applicants a clear edge over a blank resume.
Which companies hire entry level building engineers?
Companies hiring entry level building engineers right now include Lincoln Property Company, Meta, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide mix of employers, including commercial real estate firms, property management companies, healthcare systems, universities, and large corporate campuses that maintain complex building infrastructure.
Are there remote entry level building engineer jobs?
Yes, though most building engineer roles are on-site by nature. About 6% of entry level building engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be coordination, documentation, or project support roles rather than hands-on facilities positions. Candidates open to on-site work will find a significantly larger pool of entry level opportunities.
Are these new grad building engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior building engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward requirements, or accepts a strong technical portfolio in place of full-time work history. Searching for openings that use terms like "junior" or "associate" is a reliable way to find roles built for candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level building engineers?
Entry Level building engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate large facilities with ongoing maintenance needs, creating a steady demand for junior engineers who can support day-to-day building operations and learn on the job.