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 is hiring entry-level Startup Engineers (New Graduates) to support commissioning, startup, and early operations for large-scale infrastructure and industrial projects. This program is designed for recent graduates who want hands-on experience in startup/commissioning activities across project sites, regional offices, or corporate locations.

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What You’ll Do

• Support equipment and system operation per process design during startup and commissioning phases.
• Assist with startup test procedures, execution of work orders, shift reporting, inventory tracking, sampling, and analysis.
• Operate control room panels and support electrical/mechanical systems under supervision.
• Conduct system walk-downs in coordination with construction and maintenance teams prior to turnover.
• Help identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational issues to ensure systems meet design intent.
• Compile and evaluate data, perform basic calculations and preliminary analyses of test results.
• Provide input to engineering, operations, and project deliverables related to operability and startup.
• Coordinate assigned work with technical personnel and follow established safety and quality procedures.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (completed within the past 12 months or within the next 12 months) in one of: Electrical (including Electronics and Computer), Mechanical, Chemical, Marine, Industrial, Nuclear Engineering, or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
• Eligible for a university hire/new graduate program (typically within 12 months of graduation).
• Familiarity with basic design of electrical/controls systems, mechanical process systems, and process controls.
• Technical knowledge or exposure to startup, commissioning, operations, or maintenance activities.
• Basic oral and written communication skills and working knowledge of common software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to complete pre-employment screening (drug test, background check, physical if required).
• Legal right to work and remain in the United States.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience from internships, co-ops, or prior startup/commissioning roles.
• Familiarity with operations/maintenance practices for oil & gas, petrochemical, power, or offshore facilities.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain project-site or government-related clearances, where required.
• Willingness to relocate or travel to project sites as assignments require.

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Location & Work Arrangements

• Primary authoritative posting location: Reston, VA. Assignments and final placement will be based on business needs and candidate qualifications.
• Opportunities may require travel or temporary relocation to project sites, regional offices, or construction sites.
• Telecommute/remote arrangements may be possible for specific roles, but many startup assignments require on-site presence.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (reported): $83,004 - $99,612 per year. A location-based uplift (e.g., ~15% for NYC or SF-based roles) may apply where noted by the client.
• Competitive benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and development resources (specifics determined by the hiring organization).

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Why Join

• Fast-paced opportunities to apply academic learning to real-world startup and commissioning work.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and multi-disciplinary exposure across engineering, operations, and construction.
• Structured university-hire program focused on accelerating career development.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.