Job Description
Electrical Engineer (Entry to Mid-Level)
Overview
TRS Staffing Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support industrial, refinery, and energy-related projects in the Billings, Montana area.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career engineer looking to expand their technical expertise while working alongside senior engineering professionals on a variety of electrical design and engineering projects. The selected candidate will contribute to both multi-discipline and single-discipline projects, supporting electrical design, analysis, construction packages, and project execution activities.
The ideal candidate will have experience within refining, oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, or related industries and a desire to continue growing their engineering career in a collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Engineering - Develop electrical engineering deliverables including:
- One-line diagrams
- Wiring schematics
- Electrical construction packages
- Supporting design documentation
- Assist with:
- Load calculations
- Voltage drop calculations
- Cable sizing
- Conduit sizing
- Lighting design
- Grounding design
- Support the development of electrical equipment specifications and technical documentation.
- Assist in assembling engineering and construction work packages for project execution.
Project Support - Support scope development and engineering deliverables under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
- Prepare material requisitions and assist with vendor bid evaluations.
- Review vendor documentation and equipment submittals.
- Participate in project meetings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Assist with project scheduling activities and technical planning efforts.
Collaboration & Coordination - Work closely with engineers, designers, project managers, and vendors.
- Coordinate electrical engineering deliverables with other disciplines.
- Foster strong working relationships across project teams and stakeholders.
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
Safety & Quality - Promote a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
- Deliver accurate, high-quality engineering work while meeting project schedules.
- Support compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and site requirements.
Required Qualifications Education - Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience - 1-5 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
- Experience supporting refinery, oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, energy, or related facilities preferred.
Technical Skills - Familiarity with:
- NEC
- NFPA
- IEEE
- API Standards
- Hazardous area classifications
- Experience developing:
- One-line diagrams
- Wiring schematics
- Electrical calculations
- Understanding of:
- Power distribution systems
- Lighting systems
- Grounding systems
- Low- and medium-voltage electrical systems
Software Skills - Microsoft Office Suite
- AutoCAD
- Navisworks
- Bluebeam
Preferred Software Experience - Revit MEP
- Power system analysis tools
Professional Skills - Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience working in refinery, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments.
- Experience supporting field construction activities.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam completed or actively pursuing certification.
- Experience with medium-voltage systems.
- Exposure to electrical specifications and material requisitions.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License a plus.
Work Schedule - Primarily office-based in Billings, MT.
- Flexible work schedule available.
- Every other Friday off.
- Periodic remote work available with supervisor approval.
Travel Requirements - Occasional travel to project sites and regional offices throughout the Western United States.
- Field visits required to support engineering and client activities.
Additional Requirements - Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC Card.
- Ability to obtain required site safety training and certifications.
- Successful completion of background screening.
- Participation in federally mandated drug and alcohol testing programs.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Why Apply?
This opportunity offers hands-on experience supporting refinery and industrial projects while working directly with experienced engineering professionals. It is ideal for engineers seeking technical growth, project exposure, and long-term career development within an engineering and EPC environment.
Job Tags
Contract work, Self employment, Freelance, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours