Entry-Level Electrical Engineer

Brown and Caldwell has an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated entry-level Electrical Engineer to join our team. We offer a collaborative, multi-discipline, and hybrid work environment to develop innovative designs for new water/wastewater related facilities, expansions, upgrades and retrofits. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a motivated engineer to begin their engineering career, do challenging and meaningful work, and protect the earth’s resources at the same time.   

Our ideal candidate will have strong verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized, and be capable of working in a diverse team environment and handling multiple tasks with competing priorities. You will be working with technical staff and executing the following: 

Roles and Responsibilities:   

• Provide design support and drafting for electrical and I&C disciplines, in a multi-discipline environment under the direction of experienced Electrical Designers and Professional Engineers.   
• Support conceptual through detailed design development, including electrical single line drawings, schedules, plans, equipment layouts, schematics, control wiring diagrams, Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs), specification and selection of equipment, and electrical system studies; development of contract drawings using 2D and 3D/BIM design approaches, bid package preparation, field investigations and support during construction, both in office and in field.  
• Perform contractor construction submittal reviews and request for information documents and general electrical design activities for plant and pump station power systems.  
• Producing effective and accurate written documents, reports, and technical memorandums.  
• Support business opportunities and assist in sales and marketing efforts (proposal preparation, interviewing, scope, fee, etc.).  
• Collaborate with a national team of technical experts in the Electrical and I&C group.  

Required Qualifications:  

• BS in Electrical Engineering.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint.  
• Proficiency with AutoCAD  
• Effective oral and written communication.  
• Able to multi-task, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and work independently with a willingness to learn.  
• Candidate should be a self-starter, results-oriented and be able to work under tight and pressured deadlines.

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience in power system analysis and modelling software such as SKM and ETAP.  
• Proficiency in Revit  
• Familiarity with fundamental technical topics, including Power Systems/Power Distribution, Circuit Analysis, and Electric Drives  
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC)  
• Familiarity with electrical safety systems, NFPA 70E.  
• EIT qualifications or intent to pursue EIT standing. 

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A:

Salary: $65,000 - $88,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third-Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer.  Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.  Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Salary : $65,000 - $88,000