Junior Electrical Engineer
Job Summary
This is a remote position.
Start your engineering career where it matters in the field on live equipment learning directly from the engineers who keep the nations power grid running. NTS is looking for a Junior Electrical Engineer who is eager to build hands-on transformer expertise and grow into NTSs next generation of senior technical talent.
Job Title | Junior Electrical Engineer |
Department | Engineering & Technical Services |
Reports To | Senior Electrical Engineer / Director of Engineering |
Location | Multiple Locations Field Travel Required |
FLSA Status | Exempt |
Compensation | $72000 $95000 Base Performance Bonus |
ABOUT NATIVE AMERICAN TRANSFORMER SERVICES |
Native American Transformer Services Inc. (NTS) is a Native American-owned national leader in power transformer field services delivering testing diagnostics reconditioning and repair to utility and industrial clients across the country. Headquartered in Reno Nevada NTS combines deep technical expertise with a reputation for reliability that keeps critical infrastructure running.
NTS invests in developing engineering talent from the ground up. Our Junior Electrical Engineers work side-by-side with experienced Senior Engineers on real transformer projects from day one building the technical foundation and field experience that drive a long successful engineering career at NTS.
POSITION SUMMARY |
The Junior Electrical Engineer supports NTSs engineering team in the diagnostic testing evaluation and service of power transformers and associated substation equipment for NTSs national client base. Working under the direction of Senior Electrical Engineers this role provides hands-on exposure to transformer diagnostics field testing and technical reporting across a range of unit sizes and client environments.
This is a developmental field-based role built for growth. The ideal candidate is a recent engineering graduate or early-career engineer who wants to build transformer-specific expertise and progress toward Mid-Level and Senior Electrical Engineer roles as skills licensure and field experience develop.
WHAT YOULL DO |
Support diagnostic testing on power transformers under the direction of Senior Engineers including DGA power factor turns ratio insulation resistance and excitation testing
Assist with interpreting test data and drafting technical reports repair scopes and engineering documentation
Provide on-site support during energization commissioning and acceptance testing activities
Learn and apply IEEE C57 standards NETA specifications and OSHA safety requirements under senior engineer oversight
Support Senior Engineers with client-facing technical communication and on-site coordination
Maintain accurate field records test data logs and equipment documentation
Travel to client sites nationally to support NTS field engineering teams
WHAT YOU BRING |
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) or closely related field
03 years of experience in electrical engineering power systems or a related field internship co-op or academic project experience in utility or transformer work is a plus
Foundational understanding of transformer theory power systems fundamentals or electrical testing principles
EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification obtained or actively in progress preferred
Willingness to travel nationally (approximately 3040%)
Strong analytical skills attention to detail and eagerness to learn in a hands-on field environment
Valid drivers license and ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment and outdoor field conditions
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS |
Base salary of $72000 $95000 commensurate with experience location and qualifications plus performance bonus eligibility
100% employer-paid medical coverage (Anthem Blue Cross)
100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage (Humana)
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Direct mentorship from Senior Electrical Engineers and a defined growth path toward Mid-Level and Senior Electrical Engineer roles
HOW TO APPLY |
Ready to build your engineering career in the field with a national leader in power transformer services Submit your resume and cover letter to or apply through our current job posting.
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) or closely related field
03 years of experience in electrical engineering power systems or a related field internship co-op or academic project experience in utility or transformer work is a plus
Foundational understanding of transformer theory power systems fundamentals or electrical testing principles
EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification obtained or actively in progress preferred
Willingness to travel nationally (approximately 3040%)
Strong analytical skills attention to detail and eagerness to learn in a hands-on field environment
Valid drivers license and ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment and outdoor field conditions
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) or closely related field 03 years of experience in electrical engineering power systems or a related field internship co-op or academic project experience in utility or transformer work is a plus Foundational understanding of transformer theory power systems fundamentals or electrical testing principles EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification obtained or actively in progress preferred Willingness to travel nationally (approximately 3040%) Strong analytical skills attention to detail and eagerness to learn in a hands-on field environment Valid drivers license and ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment and outdoor field conditions