Substation Engineer 1 (Entry Level) - Grid (Summer 2027)
The Substation Engineer role involves working on design teams for high voltage and extra-high voltage substations and transmission systems, applying engineering principles to develop technical plans and specifications. This entry-level position emphasizes the use of modern tools including automation and agentic AI to enhance design workflows, with opportunities for client interaction and site visits. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and supports professional growth through exposure to advanced engineering technologies and practices.
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.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level Substation Engineer role supports design and delivery of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage substation and transmission projects. Typical responsibilities include:
- Work on project teams to support substation and transmission system design.
- Contribute to power transmission designs and prepare specifications for procurement of major electrical equipment and installation services.
- Support preparation of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and 3D conceptual layouts.
- Use data, automation, and modern tools (including agentic AI where appropriate) to improve workflows, reduce rework, and document engineering decisions.
- Participate in design reviews and coordinate with clients, vendors, and construction teams; travel to offices and sites as needed for reviews and field verification.
- Produce clear technical documentation and communicate results to project teams and clients.
What We’re Looking For
Minimum required skills and experience:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (strong preference for Electrical Engineering; Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical degrees also considered).
- Understanding of electrical engineering principles and practical application to project design.
- Familiarity with producing technical plans, drawings, and the ability to visualize parts in 3D.
- Coursework or exposure to coding, 3D modeling/design, and experience using agentic AI tools.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn project-specific software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred (Valued) Qualifications
These are not required but will help your application stand out:
- BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and EIT designation.
- Related engineering internship or co-op experience.
- Familiarity designing or developing AI applications or agents.
- Programming or scripting experience (Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations and reporting.
- Additional training/minor/certificate in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Software Engineering.
Work Arrangement & Location
- Hybrid work arrangement: expectation to be in the office three days per week and remote up to two days per week.
- Potential for travel to client/vendor offices and construction sites for coordination and field verification.
- Relocation assistance may be available depending on candidate location.
- Confidential Client does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation range: $62,998 - $90,586 per year.
- Comprehensive benefits typically include: medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), tuition assistance, paid vacation/holidays, parental leave, employee assistance programs, and more.
- Eligible employees may participate in discretionary annual bonus programs and other company benefits.
Other Important Details
- This is a contract, full-time role.
- Confidential Client is committed to safe, high-quality engineering work and expects engineers to apply strong judgment when using automation and AI tools; verification of outputs and adherence to engineering standards is required.
- You will join project teams that value continuous learning and practical application of modern tools to engineering problems.
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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