About Careertakes

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Position overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring an early-career Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to join a multi-year EDGE rotational program in Cary, NC. This entry-level engineering role provides hands-on experience across project lifecycle phases (design, field, and operations) and exposure to sectors such as power generation, renewables, water treatment, oil & gas, and security. Relocation assistance is eligible. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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What You’ll Do

You will work under close supervision as part of project teams to support instrumentation and controls design and delivery. Typical responsibilities include:

• Contribute to engineering deliverables such as Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), reports, engineering specifications, and technical evaluations
• Perform routine research and analysis to recommend instrumentation and equipment selection
• Apply departmental design guides, engineering standards, codes, and quality processes
• Coordinate with internal project teams to share design information and decisions
• Support adherence to project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Complete one field assignment during the EDGE rotational program and rotate through 3–4 roles across business areas

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Preferred Qualifications

Preferred non-technical skills

• Learning on the fly
• Problem solving
• Intellectual horsepower
• Strong written communication
• Drive for results
• Effective informing and listening skills
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Preferred technical skills

• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and relevant design guides and standards
• Familiarity with current industry technologies and trends
• Understanding of company quality programs and constructability practices

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program (domestic or international equivalent)
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding (may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records check), in compliance with applicable law

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Work Environment & Schedule

• Role is based in Cary, NC. Hybrid or flexible work options may be considered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion, job performance, and assignment requirements.
• This is an early-career, full-time engineering position participating in a structured rotational program.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay (as advertised): $86,718 per year — actual pay may vary based on experience, location, and role specifics.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability plans, 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee stock ownership features (where applicable), and other voluntary programs. Specific benefits will be provided by the hiring organization at offer.

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Other Notes

• Relocation eligible: Yes
• Visa sponsorship: No
• This posting is managed by Careertakes as a third-party recruiting platform. The hiring organization will make final employment decisions.
• Confidential Client is committed to an inclusive workplace and complies with applicable employment laws.

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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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