Becoming an electrician in Hillsboro, OR, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant number in Oregon, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Hillsboro, apprentices earn an average of $1047.85 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,714. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Hillsboro - Oregon - United States of America, Portland - Oregon - United States of America, Salem - Oregon - United States of America, Wilsonville - Oregon - United States of America About The Role As a CBRE Data Center Supervisor, you will provide oversight over the team that performs advanced preventative maintenance and complex corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments. What You’ll Do • Manage, plan, coordinate, schedule, and oversee the workload, deadlines, and day-to-day activities of the support team members to ensure effective delivery of services. Provide holiday, training & sickness cover for other members of the shift team. • Ensure daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment are conducted. • Verify the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment. • Assist staff with difficult planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on all equipment as needed. • Review meter readings from UPS, PDU and utilities to ensure accurate information. Present to management and key stakeholders. • Confirm safety processes and requirements on all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met. • Review quality checks and retain comprehensive maintenance records. • Develop and implement advanced work processes, Job Hazard Analysis reports, and SOPs for critical work with risk assessment. • Complete all required training to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities. • Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives. • Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function. • Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function. • Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view. • Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies. • Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals. • Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence. What You’ll Need • High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Journeyman/Electrician or HVAC license, required, and state and local licensures, where required. Prior shift leader or supervisory experience preferred. • Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays • Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. • The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions. • Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business. • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. • Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset. • Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations. • LME license, preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). Service line: GWS Segment
See More Details >>About the job Electrical Engineer Are you a skilled Licensed Electrical Engineer with a passion for innovation, safety, and excellence? Join our Facilities Team and contribute to the seamless operation of a high-tech manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team to drive electrical design, oversee construction projects, and maintain critical systems essential to our state-of-the-art operations. Key Responsibilities: • Design, install, and maintain power distribution systems and fire/life safety systems in a manufacturing facility. • Provide cost estimates and develop budgets for electrical and fire/life safety projects. • Lead capital improvement projects and equipment maintenance from inception through commissioning. • Conduct inspections and tests to ensure installations meet operational and safety standards. • Perform field studies to identify and address power system issues, ensuring compliance with current codes and standards. • Execute numerical and logical analyses for construction options, utility proposals, and risk management strategies. • Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams, enhancing reliability and safety through Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). • Develop cost-effective measures to optimize operational and maintenance expenses. • Operate and coordinate maintenance for equipment, including: • Industrial medium voltage power transmission • Power generation and system stability • Power panels and uninterrupted power systems Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. • A minimum of five years of experience in facility electrical engineering, fire/life safety systems, construction project management, and electrical design. • Proven ability to track projects and present detailed timelines effectively. • Strong communication skills, including excellent presentation abilities. • In-depth knowledge of NEC wiring codes and standards. • Familiarity with PLCs and motor controls; programming experience is a plus. • Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software is advantageous. • Independent, safety-conscious, and self-motivated with strong judgment skills. • Experience with Facility Management Systems (SCADA) preferred. • Exposure to semiconductor manufacturing environments is a plus. • Active State of Oregon Electrical PE license required. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment where your expertise will directly impact operational efficiency and safety. Be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. About the job Electrical Engineer Are you a skilled Licensed Electrical Engineer with a passion for innovation, safety, and excellence? Join our Facilities Team and contribute to the seamless operation of a high-tech manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team to drive electrical design, oversee construction projects, and maintain critical systems essential to our state-of-the-art operations. Key Responsibilities: • Design, install, and maintain power distribution systems and fire/life safety systems in a manufacturing facility. • Provide cost estimates and develop budgets for electrical and fire/life safety projects. • Lead capital improvement projects and equipment maintenance from inception through commissioning. • Conduct inspections and tests to ensure installations meet operational and safety standards. • Perform field studies to identify and address power system issues, ensuring compliance with current codes and standards. • Execute numerical and logical analyses for construction options, utility proposals, and risk management strategies. • Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams, enhancing reliability and safety through Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). • Develop cost-effective measures to optimize operational and maintenance expenses. • Operate and coordinate maintenance for equipment, including: • Industrial medium voltage power transmission • Power generation and system stability • Power panels and uninterrupted power systems Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. • A minimum of five years of experience in facility electrical engineering, fire/life safety systems, construction project management, and electrical design. • Proven ability to track projects and present detailed timelines effectively. • Strong communication skills, including excellent presentation abilities. • In-depth knowledge of NEC wiring codes and standards. • Familiarity with PLCs and motor controls; programming experience is a plus. • Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software is advantageous. • Independent, safety-conscious, and self-motivated with strong judgment skills. • Experience with Facility Management Systems (SCADA) preferred. • Exposure to semiconductor manufacturing environments is a plus. • Active State of Oregon Electrical PE license required. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment where your expertise will directly impact operational efficiency and safety. Be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
See More Details >>Within SSOE’s Advanced Technology division, we specialize in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. Our team is composed of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals who excel across various disciplines. We pride ourselves on our cross-disciplinary approach, which allows us to understand and address our clients' needs more comprehensively than traditional, siloed methods. What sets us apart is our ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design. Our in-house experts collaborate closely, optimizing and enhancing our work through multi-discipline strategy sessions. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art software, we deliver industry-leading technology and innovative solutions from day one. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to join our Tool Install team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the design and implementation of electrical systems for state-of-the-art industrial and high-tech semiconductor facilities. You will be an integral member of our tool install team, working closely with engineers and other designers to develop comprehensive electrical design packages. Your focus will be on translating engineering concepts and calculations into accurate and constructible drawings and models for low to medium voltage electrical systems. Responsibilities • Generate comprehensive and accurate technical project deliverables, including detailed electrical drawings (e.g., power plans, single-line diagrams, grounding plans, equipment layouts, cable tray layouts, conduit routing), specifications, and alignment with industry standards, client requirements, and engineering design intent. • Develop detailed layout drawings for electrical equipment, including panelboards, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, and lighting fixtures, considering spatial constraints, accessibility for maintenance, and code clearances. • Determine efficient and code-compliant routing for conduit, cable trays, and wireways, considering factors such as cable fill, bending radii, support requirements, and coordination with other building systems. Create detailed conduit and cable tray layout drawings. • Apply conductor and cable sizing calculations provided by engineers, meticulously determining the appropriate sizes based on current loads, voltage drop limitations, ambient temperatures, and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. • Assess cable tray and wireway fills based on the number, size, and type of cables to ensure compliance with NEC fill capacity requirements, proper cable management, organization, and provisions for future expansion. • Apply established design techniques, drafting standards, and company CAD/BIM standards consistently. Exercise discernment in adapting and modifying design concepts under the guidance of engineers. Participate in quality control reviews of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards. • Work closely and collaboratively with other Electrical Designers, Senior Electrical Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders (e.g., Mechanical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural) on specific assigned objectives and complex project features. Effectively communicate design-related information and raise potential issues or conflicts proactively. Qualifications • High school diploma or GED is required. An Associate's degree in Electrical Drafting, Electrical Engineering Technology, Architectural Drafting, or a related field is highly preferred. • Demonstrated expert proficiency in AutoCAD for the creation of detailed 2D electrical drawings and layouts. This includes a strong understanding of layering conventions, block libraries, external references (Xrefs), and plotting procedures. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all design and drafting work. • Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly convey design information. The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and interact professionally with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders. • Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and troubleshoot design-related issues and propose potential solutions. • Salary Range: $50,000 - $100,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position. • Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training, generous PTO & paid holidays. Join us at SSOE, where your expertise will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and engineering excellence. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply and become a part of our forward-thinking team.
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