Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Entry Level Substation Engineer

As an Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer, you will work under the direction of Project Managers and Project Engineers. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations with varying voltage levels. Candidates without their EIT certification will be initially placed into a Design Coordinator position, with the expectation of obtaining their EIT for career progression.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium, and High Voltage).
• Create design sketches and redline drawings.
• Collaborate with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in line with national design standards, safety codes, and project specifications.
• Develop design deliverables such as one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA schemes, communications plans, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
• Perform site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects.

Essential Skills:

• Electrical Engineering Degree or Substation Engineering Experience
• Proficiency in electrical engineering design and AutoCAD
• EIT certification or a plan to take the FE exam

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with substations
• Experience in the electric utility sector

Work Environment:

The role is based in Nashville, TN, where there is an opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Nashville office. You will be part of a dynamic power and utilities engineering team, working with multiple utilities across different business lines. The position includes benefits including PTO and paid holidays.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract to hire position based out of Nashville, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Brentwood, TN.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actALENTaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.