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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Role Overview

Confidential Client’s South Regional Public Improvement team partners with local jurisdictions to support public project development and coordinate relocations or protections for utility facilities. This entry-level engineering role works under direct supervision to support engineering plans, designs, specifications, cost estimates, system studies and basic field verification for both electric and gas systems (dual-fuel). The position supports emergency response and restoration efforts as needed.

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What You’ll Do

• Applies basic engineering principles, practices and calculations to routine engineering tasks.
• Selects and applies standard engineering methods and modifies models or procedures when needed.
• Prepares cost estimates, specifications and supporting documentation.
• Performs engineering studies, design work, office research and field verification/measurements.
• Plans and documents project budgets and supports project delivery.
• Acquires equipment/system performance data and validates results against design parameters.
• Supports emergency response, including immediate and extended restoration driven by weather or system failures.
• Works on both electric and gas systems (dual-fuel role).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program, or NCEES credentials evaluation. An EIT / FE certificate may qualify in lieu of ABET accreditation.
• Entry-level to three (3) years of relevant experience in engineering design, preparation of specifications, technical field work, or system studies. Relevant internships or other prior experience may be considered.

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Desired Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain an EIT certificate.
• Knowledge of engineering economics and analysis.
• Experience with project cost estimating or scheduling.
• Work or internship experience in utility engineering or related fields.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $80,200 — $115,800 per year.
• Eligible for annual performance/incentive bonuses.
• Benefits package typically includes medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability, voluntary supplemental life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401(k) and cash balance retirement plan, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays. Specific benefit details will be provided by the hiring organization.

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Safety, Screening & Accommodations

This role is considered safety-sensitive under Washington law (RCW 49.44.240) and is subject to pre-employment drug screening, which may include testing for marijuana and marijuana metabolites. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process (including due to a disability) should contact the hiring organization’s HR or recruiting contact. Employment will be with Confidential Client and all work must be performed in compliance with applicable regulatory and safety requirements.

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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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