Job Description

Electrical Engineer – Controls

Southeastern Montana | Onsite | Relocation assistance available
$85,000–$120,000 base + 12% short-term incentive

gpac is recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join an established engineering team at a major power generation facility. This role combines electrical and controls project work with hands-on field testing and troubleshooting at an operating power plant.

Entry-level through senior engineers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical and controls projects, from smaller assignments to defined portions of larger plant projects.
• Investigate equipment and system issues through field inspections, diagnostic testing, and engineering studies.
• Recommend practical design changes and procedure improvements based on field findings.
• Work with engineers and plant personnel to support safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Controls exposure through coursework, an internship or co-op, or professional experience.
• EIT certification or experience in power generation, instrumentation, or industrial electrical systems preferred.

Compensation and benefits

• $85,000–$120,000 base salary, depending on experience.
• 12% short-term incentive with first-year eligibility.
• Relocation assistance and a 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, and disability coverage.

For immediate consideration for this role, send your confidential resume to hillary.cooley@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.