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As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and ...

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How much do contract graduate electrical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract graduate electrical engineer in the United States is $111,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Graduate Electrical Engineer vs Junior Electrical Engineer?

AspectContract Graduate Electrical EngineerJunior Electrical Engineer
QualificationsTypically recent graduates or those with limited experience, often pursuing or holding a degree in electrical engineeringEntry-level professionals with a degree in electrical engineering, some may have limited work experience
Work EnvironmentTemporary or project-based roles, often with multiple employers or contractorsPermanent or long-term positions within a company or organization
CertificationsUsually no certifications required; focus on educational backgroundMay require or prefer basic professional certifications or licenses depending on the role
Industry UsageCommon in consulting, contracting firms, and project-based workCommon in manufacturing, utilities, and engineering firms

The Contract Graduate Electrical Engineer typically refers to a temporary, project-based role for recent graduates, while a Junior Electrical Engineer is an entry-level, permanent position within an organization. Both roles often require similar educational credentials but differ mainly in employment type and work setting.

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Graduate Electrical Engineer

Dashiell

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery. With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at www.dashiell.com. Primary Function:

As a member of a project team, the Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee’s job knowledge and abilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Employee may be called upon to perform any orall ofthe following functions:

  • Work with project team to perform specific tasks as assigned for the creation of design documents and drawings for a project, including creating wiring diagrams from schematics, generating bills of materials, and applying field mark‑ups of project as-built drawings under direct supervision

  • Perform engineering support tasks such as relay burden, lighting, simplified load flow, and short circuit calculations under direct supervision

  • Learn and apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as ground grid design, relay coordination, transformer sizing, and load flow and short circuit studies under direct supervision

  • Complete tasks as assigned to meet engineering and design effort project schedule requirements

  • Learn and apply engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI

  • Learn andproperly usethe document management system

  • Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices

  • Spend time at job sites to gain hands‑on knowledge andadditionaltraining in substation construction and design

  • Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work

  • Bring potential project‑related problems andpossible solutionsto the attention of the responsible party

  • Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments

  • Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You Will Make an Impact
  • Create design documents, drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials for substation projects under senior engineer supervision.

  • Perform engineering calculations and studies: relay burden, load flow, short circuit, ground grid design, relay coordination, and transformer sizing.

  • Apply industry standards (NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, ANSI) and gain hands‑on experience at job sites.

  • Deliveraccuratework on schedule, solve problems proactively, and travel to project sites as needed.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineeringfrom an accredited university isrequired,a power focus is preferred. Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or ability to obtainEITcertificate within one year of date of hire isrequired. Prior internship and/or related work experience in the power field is preferred.

Possess skills in the following areas:
  • Occasional travel to other offices or meeting locations.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
  • Ability to stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods during computer‑based work.
Physical Requirements:
  • Knowledge of common word processing, spreadsheet, and e‑mail software
  • Demonstrated communication skills, both verbally and written
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Basic knowledge of three phase power systems
  • Knowledge of electrical AC/DC fundamentals
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit for extended periods during computer‑based work.
  • Ability to stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
  • Occasional travel to other offices or meeting locations.
Environmental Conditions
  • Primarily climate‑controlled office environment.
  • Occasional exposure to field or industrial environments during site visits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company‑paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high‑deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options), dental and vision coverage, supplemental life insurance, short‑term disability, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting, among others.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship.


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