2027 University Hire (U.S.) - Electrical Engineer

Summary

Bechtel is an engineering, construction, and infrastructure company serving complex projects across multiple markets. The University Hire Electrical Engineer will participate in the design, development, and evaluation of electrical components and processes while collaborating with other engineering disciplines. The role includes preparing electrical drawings, performing system and equipment calculations, and selecting and specifying electrical equipment and cables.

Responsibilities

• Prepare single-line, metering and relaying, schematics, and protection logic drawings
• Perform electrical system, equipment sizing, and auxiliary system calculations
• Size, select, and specify transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, and distribution panels
• Size, select, and specify power, control, and instrumentation cables
• Size, select, and specify direct-current/uninterruptible power supplies and emergency generator systems; and
• Perform raceway, grounding, lighting, and cathodic protection drawings

Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university within the past twelve (12) months or upcoming twelve (12) months
• Eligible for the University Hire Program (typically hired within 12 months of graduation)
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future
• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university within the past twelve (12) months or upcoming twelve (12) months
• Prior co-op or internship experience
• Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university within the past twelve (12) months or upcoming twelve (12) months
• Eligible for the University Hire Program (typically hired within 12 months of graduation)
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Nice to Haves

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university within the past twelve (12) months or upcoming twelve (12) months
• Prior co-op or internship experience
• Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

• A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.
• Relocation Authorized: National - Single
• Participate in learning and development opportunities designed to accelerate your career growth.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Optional disability and supplemental insurance options
• Generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Discretionary bonuses
• A well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components