About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

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

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What You’ll Do

Under the guidance of licensed engineers and senior technical staff, you will support delivery of transmission, distribution, and substation projects. Typical responsibilities include:

• Support design and delivery of high‑voltage transmission and distribution substation projects
• Perform condition assessments of existing systems and contribute to feasibility and master‑plan studies
• Produce detailed electrical design deliverables and equipment specifications for substations, distribution systems, and power generation facilities
• Assist with construction oversight and interdisciplinary coordination during project execution
• Model power systems to evaluate load flow, short‑circuit, and arc‑flash hazards
• Help develop relay protection strategies and protection & control documentation
• Contribute to lightning protection and grounding design activities
• Use 3D modeling/viewing tools for design coordination and review
• Communicate technical findings clearly with project teams and clients

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What We’re Looking For

Minimum requirements (must-have):

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future (Visa sponsorship is not available for this role)
• Strong foundational coursework in power systems, electrical machinery, or related subjects

Required knowledge and skills:

• Foundational understanding of power system analysis and substation design principles (HV, MV, LV)
• Familiarity with high‑voltage equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers)
• Exposure to protection and control concepts and relay coordination
• Basic competence with 2D/3D drafting or modeling tools (AutoCAD, Revit, NavisWorks, CADWorx) or willingness to learn
• Ability to learn system modeling tools such as SKM Power Tools or ETAP

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Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have

• Internship or co‑op experience at a utility, EPC, or with high‑voltage equipment
• Hands‑on experience with ETAP, SKM Power Tools, or similar power‑system modeling software
• Experience with protective relay settings or relay testing
• Strong problem solving, teamwork, and written/verbal communication skills
• Interest in sustainable energy and grid modernization projects

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Compensation & Location

• Location: Fort Worth, TX (on‑site / client project locations)
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Estimated salary: $62,401 per year (estimated)
• Visa sponsorship: Not available for this role

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Why Join

• Work on real substation, transmission and energy‑transition projects that impact grid reliability and renewable integration
• Structured mentorship and early career development from experienced engineers
• Opportunities to build technical skills in power‑system modeling, protection, and substation design
• Be part of multi‑disciplinary project teams delivering impactful infrastructure work

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Equal Employment & Compliance Notes

Careertakes and our client comply with all applicable U.S. federal, state, and local hiring laws. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for this position.

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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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