Engineer 1 - 4P/136

4P Consulting Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Georgia is seeking an entry-level Engineer I to assist in the design and construction of power-related systems. Candidates should hold an accredited engineering degree and be ready to engage in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities include providing guidance for contractors, preparing estimates, and ensuring safety in the work process. This role offers a valuable opportunity for early-career engineers to develop their skills in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role requiring 0-5 years of related experience.
• Foundational engineering knowledge and basic problem-solving abilities required.
• Basic proficiency in discipline-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and construction of power-related systems.
• Support estimate preparation and develop design options.
• Provide guidance and quality assurance reviews for contractors.
• Promote a safe work environment by prioritizing safety.
• Collaborate with internal departments for construction and maintenance activities.

Skills

Foundational engineering knowledge

Basic proficiency in discipline-specific software

Basic problem-solving abilities

Strong work ethic

Ability to build effective relationships

Ability to make limited independent decisions

Positive attitude

Education

Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Engineer I position is an entry-level role requiring 0-5 years of related experience and an accredited bachelor's degree in engineering. The selected candidate will apply engineering principles, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct power-related systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and construction of power-related systems.
• Support estimate preparation, develop design options, and prepare construction specifications.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors in the development of design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages.
• Promote and ensure a safe work environment by prioritizing safety.
• Understand the processes involved in planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal departments to facilitate design, construction, and maintenance activities.
• Apply industry and Southern Company design standards to engineering solutions.
• Support design standard and criteria development for the system.
• Assist construction and maintenance teams in daily operations.
• Estimate materials for projects and manage the transmission of construction packages and specifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Foundational engineering knowledge and basic problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to make limited independent decisions based on procedures, with supervisor review.
• Basic proficiency in discipline-specific software.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering teams, and vendors.

This role is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level engineer to develop expertise in power system design and construction while working within a collaborative team environment.