About Careertakes

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Position overview

This role supports substation design and delivery for high-voltage projects (69kV–500kV). The Confidential Client is hiring a motivated entry-level Substation Engineer on a contract-to-hire basis. The role is fully onsite in Edgewood / Orlando, FL and includes structured mentorship, technical training, and collaboration across electrical, structural, and civil teams.

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Key responsibilities

• Assist in the design of high‑voltage substations (69kV–500kV), including layouts, protection & control systems, grounding, and civil/structural considerations.
• Prepare and update detailed engineering drawings, schematics, one-line/three-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform electrical analyses: short‑circuit, load flow, voltage drop, and grounding studies.
• Support preparation of technical specifications, bills of materials, and construction packages.
• Assist in writing engineering reports, design narratives, and client deliverables.
• Maintain organized project documentation and follow quality-control processes.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, utilities, and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and environmental teams to ensure integrated designs.
• Learn from experienced engineers and project managers through mentorship and formal on‑the‑job training.
• Keep current with industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC) and applicable utility requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in design and execution.

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Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Completed coursework in Power Systems Analysis, Power Systems Protection, Energy Delivery Systems, and Power Labs.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate on multi‑discipline teams.

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Preferred / additional qualifications

• EIT certification or progress toward EIT/PE is a plus.
• Master’s degree in Engineering is a plus.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools (Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of construction practices, constructability reviews, proposal writing, estimating, scheduling, or project controls is a plus.

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Compensation & benefits

• Hourly pay range: $33.65 – $38.46 per hour (Contract to Hire). Actual pay offered will depend on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors.
• If eligible, benefits for the temporary assignment may include: medical/dental/vision, critical illness/accident/hospital plans, 401(k) with matching options, voluntary life & AD&D, short & long‑term disability, HSA, transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and paid time off.

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Work environment & location

• Fully onsite role with the engineering team based in the Lake Mary / Orlando area (Edgewood / Orlando, FL). The team of ~20 engineers, designers, and drafters will be relocating to a larger Lake Mary office in the coming months.
• Strong support for professional development and encouragement to obtain EIT/PE credentials under PE supervision.

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Job type & timeline

• Contract to Hire.
• Employment type: Contractor (with potential transition to full-time).
• Application deadline (anticipated): 2026-09-02.

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Additional notes

• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; request details during the hiring process.
• The Confidential Client (via Careertakes) may use AI tools to assist with application review. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision‑making.

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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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