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Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Electrical Engineer 1

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
  • The candidate must have 0–3 years of electrical engineering experience.
  • The candidate must have a basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and power systems.
  • The candidate must be familiar with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software.
  • The candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • The candidate must have analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • The candidate must have verbal and written communication skills.
  • The candidate must be able to work effectively both on a team and independently.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the design and development of electrical systems for power and industrial projects.
  • Support preparation of electrical deliverables, including single-line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, grounding plans, and equipment layouts.
  • Perform basic electrical calculations, including voltage drop, conduit fill, cable sizing, lighting, and load analysis.
  • Assist with development of construction packages, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Coordinate with engineering disciplines to support integrated project designs.
  • Review vendor drawings and equipment submittals for compliance with project requirements.
  • Support field activities, including site visits, construction support, startup, and commissioning efforts.
  • Assist with material take-offs, project estimates, and procurement support activities.
  • Participate in design reviews and quality assurance processes.
  • Maintain compliance with company standards, client specifications, and applicable industry codes and regulations.
  • Visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Internship or co-op experience supporting EPC, utility, industrial, or construction projects.
  • Exposure to power generation, substations, transmission systems, renewable energy, or battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects.
  • Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable industry standards.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure.
  • Experience with SKM, ETAP, or other power system analysis software.

About the Company

Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Quanta Services builds, upgrades and repairs the power lines, substations, pipelines and communications networks that utilities, power producers and large energy users rely on. It runs its own training school, Northwest Lineman College, which prepares workers for electric line work at campuses in several states. Quanta works through regional operating companies that handle engineering, construction, storm restoration and routine upkeep for their customers. Clients pay under long-term master service agreements for ongoing work and under fixed-price or cost-based contracts for large projects. Quanta was founded in 1997 by combining four electrical contractors and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1997

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