Entry Level Full-Time and Internship Opportunities

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Locations: Augusta, ME; Austin, TX; Billings, MT; Boise, ID; Chesapeake, VA; Chesterfield, MO; Cincinnati, OH; Cranford, NJ; Cumberland, ME; Denver, CO; Green Bay, WI; Henderson, NV; Madison, WI; Mankato, MN; Ontario, CA; Orlando, FL; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Pullman, WA; Raleigh, NC; Reading, PA; Salt Lake City, UT; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; Tacoma, WA; Tulsa, OK

Description: Under the direct supervision of a professional engineer, the successful candidate will perform detailed electrical design and system studies for medium to extra high voltage substation facilities and power systems; development of control schematics and wiring drawings; specification of substation equipment and devices; load flow studies; short circuit studies; protective relay coordination and protection studies and other specialized analysis associated with power system engineering. Occasional travel required.

Minimum Requirements: BSEE or MSEE (emphasis in power preferred); excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to work in a team environment; attention to detail; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future. Successful candidates may be subject to client mandated drug/alcohol testing and background screening; clean driving record.

CIVIL/MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Locations: Billings, MT; Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Mankato, MN; Ontario, CA; Orlando, FL; Phoenix, AZ; Raleigh, NC; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA; Tucson, AZ

Description: Under the direct supervision of a professional engineer, the successful candidate will perform detailed civil design for transmission lines through 500 kV; develop sophisticated finite element models of transmission lines using industry specific software tools; wood, concrete and steel structure design; foundation design including drilled piers, slabs, spread footers and other unique foundation systems; prepare material specifications; and prepare construction drawings and specifications. Occasional travel required.

Minimum Requirements: BSCE/BSME or MSCE/MSME (emphasis in structural engineering preferred); excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to work in a team environment; attention to detail; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future. Successful candidates may be subject to client mandated drug/alcohol testing and background screening; clean driving record.

CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Location: Billings, MT; Madison, WI; Mankato, MN; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA

Description: Under the direct supervision of a professional engineer, the successful candidate will focus on the design and engineering of substation and power delivery facilities. This position combines structural engineering and site (civil) design expertise, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-quality project delivery. The role offers significant opportunities for professional growth, particularly in power delivery and infrastructure design.

Structural engineering responsibilities include the development of design criteria, structure design, foundation design, building design, and related works. Structure design primarily consists of standard shape steel structures, tubular steel specifications, fire walls, and other facilities. Foundation design involves drilled pier, shallow/pad, and spread footing foundations. The candidate will be responsible for learning and applying various software tools, including Visual Analysis, STAAD.Pro, Risa, LPILE, MFAD, and CAISSON, to support the design work.

Site (civil) engineering responsibilities include developing design criteria for grading and drainage design, access road design (for both paved and unpaved sections), vehicle maneuvering modeling, and haul road analysis. The successful candidate will also specify and design retaining walls, perimeter walls, fences, and gates, along with water storm drainage systems. Additionally, the role requires the ability to specify and interpret hydrology studies, with AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, or related field, with 0-2 years of experience in technical writing, documentation management, and administrative experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. Experience in utility or merchant power industry is a plus.

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER (CIVIL)

Location: Billings, MT

Description: The Assistant Project Manager (Civil) role at ECI provides support to project managers and lead engineers, working with some of the company’s largest and most valued clients. Under general supervision, the position collaborates with project managers, lead engineers, and subject matter experts to prepare deliverables and reports. Responsibilities include development of proposals, quantity takeoffs and estimating, review of invoicing, coordinating project schedules and workload tracking, developing forms, templates, standards, and procedures, offering significant opportunities for growth and professional development within the company.

Key duties include handling technical editing and document production, requiring strong attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Suite and Adobe Acrobat. This role may also include schedule development and maintenance using Primavera 6 or Microsoft Project scheduling software. This position ensures that all deliverables align with project scopes and client needs while maintaining consistency and clarity in style. Responsibilities also include editing technical reports, tracking edits from multiple authors, and managing version control. 

This position includes reviewing RFPs to develop accurate work scopes and completing material and quantity takeoffs to aid in accurately developing estimated project costs.  This will require review of survey and geotechnical data to develop preliminary designs under the supervision of an experienced civil engineer.

This position is responsible for maintaining accurate administrative files throughout the project lifecycle, assisting with project setup, managing cash flow curves, tracking labor and cost reports, reviewing invoicing and preparing monthly and quarterly forecasts. Additionally, it involves coordinating schedule updates with internal stakeholders.

Program documentation is another key responsibility, including managing project closeout documentation, updating organizational charts and templates, and ensuring compliance with internal standards. General administrative support is also provided, such as coordinating meetings, handling light accounting tasks, and maintaining accurate project files.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, construction management, or related field, with 0-2 years of experience in technical writing, documentation management, and administrative experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. Experience in utility or merchant power industry and heavy civil construction is a plus.

CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN/CIVIL DESIGNER

Location: Openings in various locations throughout the United States.

Description: Under the direct supervision of a professional engineer, the successful candidate will perform detailed civil design and drafting for high voltage electrical substations, transmission lines, and renewable projects, such as Wind, Solar and Energy Storage; develop site grading plans and details through the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D, design and detail foundations and structures supporting substation and transmission line projects; draft and design plans and profiles, structure details, foundation details, bill of materials, staking sheets, and phasing diagrams for underground and overhead transmission and distribution line projects through use of AutoCAD and other industry specific software tools.

Minimum Requirements: Associate of Science (emphasis in civil engineering technology preferred); excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to work in a team environment; attention to detail; and willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. Applicants must not require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Successful candidates may be subject to client mandated drug/alcohol testing and background screening; clean driving record.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Full-time position benefits include:

·         Medical, dental and vision insurance

·         Flexible spending account

·         Health savings account

·         Life insurance

·         Disability insurance

·         401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan

·         Paid vacation, personal days and holidays

·         Paid Parental Leave

·         Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.

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