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

As a Substation Engineer (Entry Level) you'll join project teams responsible for the design and delivery of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage substations and transmission systems. You'll apply classroom learning to real-world engineering tasks and contribute to design, procurement, and field activities.

• Work on project teams designing new high-voltage and extra-high-voltage substations and transmission systems.
• Prepare specifications and procurement documentation for major electrical power equipment and installation services.
• Support power transmission design tasks, calculations, and design checks.
• Perform field verification and support construction coordination as needed (site visits may be required).
• Use data, automation, scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel), and agentic AI tools responsibly to accelerate design work, reduce rework, and summarize technical documentation.
• Create or use automation to generate calculations, standard reports, and draft design documentation; verify outputs using sound engineering judgment.
• Collaborate with vendors and clients during design reviews and technical meetings.

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Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (strong preference for Electrical Engineering; Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering considered).
• Coursework or demonstrated experience in coding, 3D modeling/design, and exposure to agentic AI tools.
• Understanding of electrical engineering principles and their practical application to project designs.
• Knowledge of techniques used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models; ability to visualize parts in 3D.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable learning engineering-specific tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively on multi-disciplinary teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel for design reviews and site visits as required.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• Prior internship or co-op experience in power systems, substation, or transmission engineering.
• Experience designing or developing AI applications, agents, or automation for engineering workflows.
• Programming or scripting skills (Python, MATLAB, VBA/Excel) to automate calculations and reporting.

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Work Arrangement & Compensation

• Employment type: Contract / Full-time.
• Hybrid schedule: expectation of three days per week in the office and two days remote.
• Target start: Summer 2027.
• Salary range (provided by confidential client): $62,998 - $90,586 per year.
• Relocation assistance: available depending on candidate location.
• Important: This opportunity does not provide U.S. work-authorization sponsorship.

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Benefits (high level)

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accident Insurance, Disability Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA & HSA.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k), pre-tax commuter account, tuition assistance, licensure bonuses, employee referral bonus, and other programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid personal/sick time, paid vacation, paid holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, and flexible work arrangements.

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How We Work (Technology & Tools)

• Use modern tools and data-driven approaches to take problems from issue to solution.
• Employ automation and agentic AI thoughtfully—engineers must verify outputs and apply professional judgment.
• The role values continuous learning in areas such as Computer Science, AI, and Software Engineering to enhance engineering automation.

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Important Notes

• The employer for this role is a confidential client. Careertakes supports the hiring process as a third-party recruiting platform.
• Our client is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates applicants without unlawful bias.
• This role does not sponsor U.S. work authorization.

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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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