Engineer I, Construction Electrical
About The Position
The Construction Electrical Engineer I provides engineering support to construction and commissioning activities for Simple Cycle (SC), Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT), and Combined Heat and Power (CCHP) projects. Working under the direction of Senior Engineers and team leadership, this entry-level role assists in developing technical documentation, reviewing engineering drawings, gathering field data, and supporting the resolution of fundamental construction issues. The position focuses on building competency in power plant electrical systems, Gas Turbine operation principles, installation practices, and commissioning procedures. The ideal candidate is a motivated engineer seeking hands-on exposure to power generation construction environments and a career path toward higher-level Construction Electrical Engineering roles.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- 0–3 years of relevant experience; exposure to power plant equipment, electrical systems, or internships in heavy industry preferred.
- Familiarity with Gas Turbine or CCGT equipment is beneficial but not required.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety fundamentals and ISO process concepts is an asset.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and basic engineering documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to collect data, analyze basic technical information, and draw preliminary conclusions.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and work through routine engineering tasks with supervision.
- Required to travel domestically or internationally up to 10–15% to support project needs.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Gas Turbine or CCGT equipment is beneficial but not required.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety fundamentals and ISO process concepts is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing electrical erection, installation, and commissioning procedures under supervision.
- Review and interpret basic engineering documents such as single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and vendor drawings.
- Support document verification activities by checking for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements.
- Collect and organize technical data needed for construction support activities and turnover packages.
- Assist with resolving basic site issues, including minor drawing discrepancies, material mismatches, or routine supplier clarifications.
- Support field teams by gathering required documents and coordinating with Engineering, Quality, and Vendors.
- Observe construction and commissioning activities to understand electrical installation practices and compliance expectations.
- Help track and process Project Action Requests (PARs) with guidance from senior engineers.
- Participate in coordination meetings with engineering teams, suppliers, contractors, and site personnel.
- Communicate status updates on assigned tasks and escalate issues appropriately.
- Support a work environment focused on teamwork, communication, safety, and continuous learning.
Benefits
- Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
- Committed to quality products and services.
- Great working environment and culture.
- Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
