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, Power industry (electrical testing, construction & industrial services).

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

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Position Overview

Field Engineer (Entry-level) — Onsite in Hopewell, VA. This role supports electrical engineering design, power-system modeling, and field testing under the supervision of senior engineers. Ideal for recent graduates or early-career electrical engineers seeking hands-on experience in power systems, industrial services, and field testing.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Grade 5: $67,600 to $82,000 per year (salary range provided by the client)
• May include discretionary bonus (as applicable)
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• PTO & holiday pay
• Paid travel expenses when applicable
• Career development and training opportunities

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Key Responsibilities

• Assist with power-system studies (load flow, short-circuit, arc flash) using SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar tools
• Support development and revision of single-line diagrams and electrical schematics
• Contribute to CAD/AutoCAD drawing updates under engineer supervision
• Participate in field walkdowns and collect system data for analysis
• Provide basic testing and troubleshooting support on-site and document findings accurately
• Assist with project documentation, scheduling, and status reporting
• Learn and apply industry codes and safety standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E) and follow QA/QC procedures
• Prepare draft reports and maintain organized engineering files for review by senior staff
• Exercise professional judgment on routine engineering tasks with guidance from senior engineers
• Perform other duties as assigned and actively pursue professional development

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 0–2 years of electrical engineering–related experience (recent graduates encouraged to apply)
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
• Familiarity with power systems analysis tools such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or EasyPower (or willingness to learn)
• Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally (approximately 11–25%)
• Ability to apply classroom/theoretical knowledge to practical field and project tasks

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Preferred Qualifications

• Passed or currently registered for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• Holds or is eligible for Engineer-in-Training (EIT) / Engineering Intern (EI) certification within 12 months
• Internship or co-op experience under supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Interest in pursuing PE licensure in the future

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Travel & Location

• Onsite role based in Hopewell, VA; specific project locations may vary
• Occasional travel required (approx. 11–25%)

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Physical Requirements & Safety

• Work performed both indoors and outdoors in varied environmental conditions
• Regularly lift, carry, and/or move up to 75 pounds repeatedly
• Climb ladders, stairs; stand, walk, sit, operate vehicles for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, crawl, and work in awkward or confined positions for several hours
• May perform precision tasks with instruments and fittings and must communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Reasonable accommodations available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

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Other Important Details

• Employment type: Full-time (client lists as a full-time position; some postings indicate contract classification)
• Risk category: Safety-sensitive
• This posting replaces the employer name with "Confidential Client" to protect hiring-party confidentiality. All hiring decisions are made by the client.

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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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