About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an early-career Electrical Engineer to support substation and power-distribution projects. Under general supervision you will contribute to engineering tasks across the project lifecycle — from due diligence and concept development through design, documentation, and construction support.

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data for substation components and equipment specifications for procurement and pricing.
• Support design tasks for single-line and three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement.
• Help perform grounding grid design, lightning protection, and other protective measures in conformance with applicable standards and permits.
• Contribute to equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop and grounding calculations, and basic load calculations.
• Assist in AC/DC panel and conduit/trenching design to support safety and functionality.
• Prepare accurate, concise technical documentation, drawings, and field notes using electronic systems.
• Follow applicable IEEE, NESC, and NERC guidance when assisting on design and compliance activities.
• Participate in on-site verifications, construction support, and testing activities as required.
• Complete assigned training and follow company safety, conduct, and documentation policies.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 0–1 years relevant post-education experience (entry-level / early-career).
• Strong analytical and research skills; attention to detail.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering fundamentals as applied to large capital projects.
• Basic knowledge of electrical codes, construction practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, spreadsheets, and common office software.
• Familiarity with design/drafting tools such as Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, or similar.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively as part of a project team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and ability to follow health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek and to travel occasionally for project needs.
• Must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.
• Internship experience in electrical engineering or related substation/power projects.
• Participation in local professional technical organizations.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Expected salary range: $71,700 – $87,700 per year (Confidential Client provides this range in good faith based on experience, skills, and location; final pay may vary).
• Comprehensive benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid leave (sick, vacation, parental), and other standard benefits.

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Location & Work Authorization

• Position location: Lake Grove, OR (this posting is tied to Lake Grove, Oregon).
• This role is primarily office- and project-site based; occasional travel to project sites may be required.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States immediately.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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