Engineer I

Rosendin; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k)

Annual bonus program

17 PTO days and 10 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Rosendin in Hillsboro, Oregon is looking for an entry-level engineer (Engineer I) to assist in technical engineering design and provide consultation to ensure project compliance with standards.

Responsibilities include collaborating with designers, preparing technical designs, and visiting job sites. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, alongside effective communication and analytical skills. The role requires team collaboration and the ability to manage multiple tasks successfully.

Qualifications

• Must be able to learn engineering analytic programs.
• Familiarity with codes and energy-efficiency requirements needed.
• Effective in managing multiple tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering design and consultation.
• Perform coordination between trades and prepare designs.
• Assist senior engineers with field observations and design updates.

Skills

Engineering analytics

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk

Microsoft Office

Illuminance software

Job description

Job Overview

An entry‑level engineer (Engineer I) will provide technical engineering design, consultation, and assistance to internal and external customers under the supervision of the Engineering Team Lead or Manager to ensure project compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• May oversee or collaborate with designers assigned to your work or team.
• Review, comment, and process equipment and system submittals.
• Perform coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing processes and all electrical trades.
• Prepare designs, check, and specify power, lighting, and auxiliary systems.
• Develop power single‑line diagrams. Develop and model short circuits and over‑current protection device coordination studies.
• Coordinate your work with the project specifications or equipment buy‑out.
• Visit job sites to field survey existing electrical conditions under supervision.
• Become familiar with engineering analysis programs to analyze loads, lighting levels, and short‑circuit currents under the supervision of a senior engineer.
• Participate in project team meetings. Interface with various team members, architects, mechanical contractors, and engineers.
• Work closely with the engineering supervisor to understand design criteria and budgetary issues.
• Assist and develop skills with drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors.
• Assist with the review of plans and technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates under the supervision of a senior engineer.
• Assist senior engineers with field observations, design interpretations, and design updates during construction.
• The duties and responsibilities describe this position's general nature and scope of work. This is a partial listing, and other responsibilities will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architectural engineering, construction sciences, or equivalent experience.
• Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.

Competencies

• Teamwork
• Productivity
• Strategic thinking

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to learn engineering analytic programs for short circuits, over‑current coordination, and arc flash mitigation programs, e.g., SKM, E‑Tap, etc.
• Develop familiarity with codes and energy‑efficiency requirements.
• Ability to learn and become competent in Autodesk, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), and Illuminance software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under the supervisor's direction.
• Ability to work to meet deadlines and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Ability to be self‑motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally.

Travel

• Up to 10% (does not include local field visits).

Working Conditions

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is usually low to medium.
• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership
• 401(k)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.