Engineer 1 - ENG1

Engineer 1On-Site Role | Moss Point, MSCompensation: $30About The RoleOur Client is seeking an entry-level Engineer 1 to support the design and construction of power-related systems. This role is ideal for candidates with 0-5 years of related engineering experience and an accredited bachelor's degree. The Engineer 1 will apply engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to develop design options, prepare construction specifications, and support estimate preparation. The position also involves providing guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors as they develop design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages. The Engineer 1 will play a key role in ensuring safety, understanding planning and design processes, collaborating with internal departments, supporting construction and maintenance teams, and providing quality assurance for contractor work. The ideal candidate will possess introductory engineering knowledge, basic problem-solving skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to build effective relationships with staff and vendors. Experience with mechanical drawings (P&IDs) and a minimum of 2 years of CAD experience are required.What You'll DoApply engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct power-related systemsSupport estimate preparation, develop design options, and prepare construction specificationsProvide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for contractors developing design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packagesCreate and maintain a safe work environment by prioritizing safetyUnderstand and apply planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance processesUnderstand the functions and activities of various internal departments involved in design, construction, and maintenanceUnderstand and utilize design practices, work processes, and all software applications used in designAdhere to industry and company (Southern Company) design standardsSupport the development of design standards and criteria for the systemAssist construction and maintenance teams during daily operationsEstimate materials for projects and transmit construction packages with supporting specificationsWalk down, mark up, and update mechanical drawings (P&IDs)Build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff, and vendorsWHAT YOU BRINGBachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution0-5 years of related engineering experienceMinimum 2 years of CAD experienceExperience with walking down, marking up, and updating mechanical drawings (P&IDs)Introductory engineering knowledge and basic discipline software proficiencyBasic problem-solving skillsAbility to make independent decisions within procedures and under supervisionStrong work ethic and positive attitudeAbility to build effective relationships with plant staff, engineering teams, and vendorsUnderstanding of engineering processes, design criteria, and industry standardsAbility to support estimate preparation, design options, and construction specificationsCommitment to creating and maintaining a safe work environment