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Associate Chemist (Entry-level)

Evansville, IN · On-site

$23 - $30.50/hr

... climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains. The Associate Chemist is responsible for analytical, environmental and physical ...

LG

Associate Chemist (Entry-level)

Evansville, IN · On-site

$23 - $30.50/hr

... climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains. The Associate Chemist is responsible for analytical, environmental and physical ...

Suncommon II

Solar Electrician

Kingston, NY · On-site

$35 - $42/hr

... given climate change) and Profit (providing capital to grow, revenue to share among our employees, and a reasonable return to our investors). This is important work, and we have fun doing it.

Suncommon II LLC

Solar Electrician

Kingston, NY

$35 - $42/hr

... given climate change) and Profit (providing capital to grow, revenue to share among our employees, and a reasonable return to our investors). This is important work, and we have fun doing it.

SunCommon

Solar Electrician

Kingston, NY · On-site

$35 - $42/hr

... given climate change) and Profit (providing capital to grow, revenue to share among our employees, and a reasonable return to our investors). This is important work, and we have fun doing it.

Arcadis

Roadway Design Intern

Nashville, TN · On-site

$22 - $31/hr

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Transportation Roadway Intern for Fall 2026 to join our teams in ... Climate change, urbanization and digitization trends are requiring today's mobility projects and ...

Arcadis

Roadway Design Intern

Nashville, TN · On-site

$22 - $31/hr

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Transportation Roadway Intern for Fall 2026 to join our teams in ... Climate change, urbanization and digitization trends are requiring today's mobility projects and ...

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An Entry Level Climate Change job is a position designed for individuals starting their careers in climate science, sustainability, or environmental policy. These roles can include research assistants, sustainability coordinators, policy analysts, or renewable energy technicians. Responsibilities may involve data analysis, policy research, community outreach, or assisting in sustainability projects. Employers can include government agencies, non-profits, consulting firms, or corporations with sustainability initiatives. These jobs provide foundational experience in tackling climate issues and opportunities for career growth in the environmental sector.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Climate Change professional, foundational knowledge in environmental science, climate policy, or sustainability—often acquired through a relevant degree—is essential. Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, GIS software, and climate modeling platforms is typically required, and certifications like LEED Green Associate or GHG Accounting can be beneficial. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help candidates stand out in collaborating on research projects and outreach initiatives. These skills enable accurate data interpretation, foster impactful collaboration, and support actionable climate solutions in a rapidly evolving field.

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Associate Engineer Nuclear - Electrical

Associate Engineer Nuclear - Electrical

PSEG

Hancocks Bridge, NJ • On-site

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Posted 9 days ago

PSEG rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 77 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 50 rated energy and utility

Job description

Associate Engineer Nuclear - Electrical
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Date: Feb 2, 2024

Location: Hancock's Bridge, NJ, US

Company: PSEG

Requisition: 76490

PSEG Company: PSEG Power    

Salary Range: $ 63,500 - $ 100,500 

Incentive: PIP 10%   

Work Location Category: Hybrid  

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees - we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

Provide technical support for the Electrical Design Engineering Branch at Salem and Hope Creek Generating Station. The successful candidate will perform the duties of a Lead Responsible Engineer (LRE). An LRE is responsible for managing, determining and subsequently developing/preparing the applicable design related information associated with a design change

Job Responsibilities
  • Verifying that the problem to be solved by the project has been clearly understood and agreed upon by the stakeholders. 
  • Ensuring that conceptual engineering is thorough and reasonable alternative have been evaluated.
  • Identifying, estimating, and coordinating Design Engineering and inter-facing departmental resources needed to support development and implementation of a design change package. 
  • Developing a schedule for completion of engineering activities. 
  • Managing contracted engineering efforts with respect to technical acceptance, cost schedule, and other associated duties. 
  • Interfacing with Project Manager to ensure that Engineering deliverables meet the overall project needs. 
Job Specific Qualifications

Required:

  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar technical degree
  • Must gradate before July 1, 2024
  • 0 - 2 years experience
  • Excellent written & oral communication skills
  • Ability to support shift work during plant outages and generation challenges
  • Must meet Nuclear's requirements for Unescorted Plant Access.


Desired:

  • Experience in one or more of the following programmatic disciplines: Safe Shutdown Analyses/Appendix R; Electrical Calculations with proficiency in ETAP, NERC Standards and Compliance Requirements, and Project Engineering Experience.
     
Minimum Years of Experience
0 years of experience
Education
Bachelor
Certifications
None Noted
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Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information.  Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information.  Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made.  If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

PSEG's drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. All drug and alcohol testing for federally regulated roles is inclusive of marijuana. Employees who transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana.

PSEG employees must apply for jobs internally through emPower which can be accessed through sharepoint.pseg.com by clicking on the emPower icon, then selecting careers. This site (https://jobs.pseg.com/) is strictly for candidates who are not currently PSEG employees, with the exception of PSEG employees who do not have company email addresses.

PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

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Nearest Major Market: New Jersey
Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear, Electrical Engineering, Design Engineer, Developer, Engineering, Energy, Technology

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This is an exciting time to be joining PSEG. Our commitments, which include safety, integrity, customer focus, and diversity & inclusion, are the fabric of our culture and help drive the success of our business. We are fortunate to have an outstanding workforce of diverse and highly skilled talent who move us forward in our operational excellence journey. PSEG has more than 12,000 employees who are dedicated to the communities we serve and embody our vision: People providing Safe, Reliable, Economic and Greener Energy.

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Clean energy services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Newark, NJ, US

Year founded

1903

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