About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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WHAT THIS ROLE OFFERS

Confidential Client is hiring an Electrical Engineer - Controls to join a power generation engineering team based in Fort Douglas, UT. This role accepts candidates from entry-level to senior experience and offers hands-on engineering work supporting plant operations and projects.

• Competitive base salary: $85,000–$120,000 per year (DOE)
• 12% Short-Term Incentive (STI)
• Generous relocation assistance
• Robust benefits: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage
• 401(k) plan and life/disability insurance
• Generous PTO and sick time
• Clear professional development and career growth paths

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

As an Electrical Engineer with a controls focus you will work with engineering and plant teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations and projects.

• Assist with electrical and controls engineering projects and implementations
• Support smaller projects and defined portions of larger capital or maintenance efforts
• Investigate technical issues and develop cost-effective electrical and controls solutions
• Assist with engineering studies, system testing, and troubleshooting activities
• Produce design recommendations, work packages, and improved procedures
• Gain hands-on exposure to instrumentation, PLCs, and power-generation systems in a structured plant environment

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Electrical engineering background preferred
• Controls experience, education, or exposure (PLC, instrumentation, controls logic, etc.)

Preferred

• Internship or co-op experience in the energy or utilities sector
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification
• Experience with electrical systems, control systems, instrumentation, or power-generation equipment

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WHY THIS ROLE?

This position is more than a desk job. You will work hands-on alongside experienced engineers and plant professionals on real projects that impact plant performance and reliability. If you are an Electrical Engineer with a controls background — whether starting your career or bringing significant experience — this role provides strong technical exposure and a clear career path in the power generation industry.

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Location & Employment Type

• Work location: Fort Douglas, UT (on-site at plant facilities)
• Employment type: Full-time or Contractor (depending on engagement)

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Legal & Candidate Notes

Careertakes and our client follow applicable US hiring laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application or interview process; please contact Careertakes for assistance.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.