What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spring 2027 Electrical Engineering Co-Op Raleigh position at HEAPY?
Description
Ready for experience that moves your engineering career forward?
- You're an Electrical Engineering student looking for a Co-Op experience where your work matters.
- You're excited to apply what you're learning in the classroom to real-world electrical design projects and see how systems come together in practice.
- You enjoy problem-solving, whether that's supporting circuit design, assisting with calculations, reviewing drawings, or learning how designs turn into built environments.
- You're curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn from experienced engineers who are invested in your growth.
- You're not just checking a box for school, you want hands-on experience, mentorship, and a strong foundation for your engineering career.
At HEAPY, our Electrical Engineering Co-Ops don't just observe, they contribute. You'll support meaningful healthcare-focused projects, gain exposure to professional design standards, and build skills that will shape your future as an engineer. If learning, growing, and making an impact early in your career sounds exciting, this could be the perfect next step.
Please only submit one application to your preferred office location.
Please only submit one application to your preferred office location.
Key Responsibilities
The Electrical Engineering Co-Op performs a variety of assignments involving in application of foundational electrical engineering principles within HEAPY projects. This position is designed to provide hands-on experience in the built environment while developing both technical and professional skills. The Co-Op supports project teams by contributing to design tasks, learning industry tools and standards, and gaining exposure to real-world engineering applications under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
Qualifications
Candidates should be currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering, or a related AEC discipline from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent accredited) program. The Co-Op requires the ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the duration of a semester, along with legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, bring excellent attention to detail, and are committed to producing high-quality work. Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to collaborate successfully within a team environment. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite is expected, and exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software is preferred but not required.
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develops and applies foundational electrical engineering knowledge within the built environment.
- Supports project teams with design tasks, documentation, and basic calculations.
- Learns and utilizes design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or other applicable software.
- Ensures accuracy and quality in all assigned work while building an understanding of the underlying principles.
- Collaborates with colleagues to support project deliverables and meet deadlines.
- Gathers, organizes, and documents information for use in designs, reports, and specifications.
- Participates in quality assurance activities by reviewing work for completeness and accuracy.
- Engages in continuous learning through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
- Builds familiarity with HEAPY standards, processes, and expectations.
- Demonstrates professionalism through communication, accountability, and teamwork.
HEAPY Benefits
- Invest in Your Future - access to a 401(k) savings plan through TransAmerica for Co-Ops age 21 , with eligibility beginning the first day following 30 days of employment.
- Share in Our Success - discretionary company 401(k) profit-sharing contribution of 3% based on W-2 earnings.
- Recharge and Reconnect - eight paid company holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
- Work Your Way - "Dress for Your Day" dress code that supports comfort and professionalism.
About HEAPY
Colleagues are at the center of everything we do at HEAPY. By engineering more sustainable, resilient buildings, our colleagues are creating healthy environments that inspire and have a positive impact on the community. In this way, HEAPY creates high-performance buildings to help clients achieve not just their goals for form and function, but also around sustainability commitments, recruitment, retention, productivity, and occupant wellness.
Our Colleague First approach encompasses how we invest in our colleagues here at HEAPY, as well as the way we engage with clients. Through active listening, creative collaboration, and support that extends throughout a building’s life cycle, we are creating a more rewarding engagement.
Our national portfolio speaks to the HEAPY team’s MEP engineering, technology engineering, commissioning, and construction administration expertise. But what truly sets us apart is the belief that continually investing in our colleagues is good for our clients, our communities, and our company.
HEAPY’s Colleague First culture reflects an environment in which people feel heard and respected, one where we take pride in delivering upon the core values of our organization. This support enables our colleagues to better guide clients through challenging design decisions and build the trust that enables unparalleled engineering solutions.
Salary : $96,561 - $160,473