Systems Engineer Jobs in Oregon
Systems Engineer jobs in Oregon are consistently in demand, with the strongest concentration in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, advanced computing, and federal agency contracting. Portland, Hillsboro, and Beaverton anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Intel, Boeing, and Precision Castparts maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specializations include embedded systems, systems integration, and model-based systems engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Location: In Office, Portland, OR
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from:
- $87,500 - $109,500 DOE
What We Offer:
- Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
- Generous performance‑based bonuses & PTO
- 12% 401(k) match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways
For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid
This individual is responsible for supporting Avangrid’s Wind Turbine and Solar PV fleet and for the resolution of issues related to mechanical systems (drivetrain, structures, foundations, bearings, etc.).
Responsibilities
- Serve as SME in the areas above by supporting Avangrid’s operational fleet on technical issues related to these areas and by proposing and evaluating improvements and modifications.
- Participate in and support investigations into anomalies and failures of mechanical equipment, including major and minor components. Assist in carrying out inspections and analysis with the aim of evaluating hypotheses, identifying root cause, and evaluating corrective measures.
- Coordinate with external professional and consultants as necessary to support technical investigations.
- Create and maintain technical comprehensive summaries to document progress and experience.
- Organize and lead meetings with original equipment manufacturers and service providers to ensure quality and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Identify and propose engineering studies with the aim of improving the reliability and performance of key Wind turbine components; manage these studies utilizing both internal and external resources.
- Evaluate design modifications and corrective measures proposed by the OEMs, preparing technical summaries and presentations, with the aim of informing decision making.
- Support operating fleet as required with the aim of creating a safe working environment, addressing technical issues, and maximizing energetic availability.
- Visit generating plants and suppliers as necessary to investigate issues first-hand and support program deployments.
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Renewables.
- Demonstrated record of superior academic and professional performance.
- Possession of comprehensive writing skills.
- Working knowledge of office and engineering analysis programs.
- Familiarity with FEA, aeroelastic and CAD modeling programs such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Ansys, Flex, Bladed, etc.
- Familiarity with testing and measurement equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to take actions beyond the explicit job responsibilities to assist in large, complex projects.
- Must work well under pressure from job demands, multi-tasking ability essential.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to climb 100-meter-tall steel towers and lift up 50 lbs. on occasion.
- Flexibility to travel up to 20 % of the time and work in the field.
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Company:
AVANGRID POWER, LLCMobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com .
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.
Job Posting End Date:
October-23-2026Location: In Office, Portland, OR
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from:
- $87,500 - $109,500 DOE
What We Offer:
- Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
- Generous performance‑based bonuses & PTO
- 12% 401(k) match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways
For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid
This individual is responsible for supporting Avangrid’s Wind Turbine and Solar PV fleet and for the resolution of issues related to mechanical systems (drivetrain, structures, foundations, bearings, etc.).
Responsibilities
- Serve as SME in the areas above by supporting Avangrid’s operational fleet on technical issues related to these areas and by proposing and evaluating improvements and modifications.
- Participate in and support investigations into anomalies and failures of mechanical equipment, including major and minor components. Assist in carrying out inspections and analysis with the aim of evaluating hypotheses, identifying root cause, and evaluating corrective measures.
- Coordinate with external professional and consultants as necessary to support technical investigations.
- Create and maintain technical comprehensive summaries to document progress and experience.
- Organize and lead meetings with original equipment manufacturers and service providers to ensure quality and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Identify and propose engineering studies with the aim of improving the reliability and performance of key Wind turbine components; manage these studies utilizing both internal and external resources.
- Evaluate design modifications and corrective measures proposed by the OEMs, preparing technical summaries and presentations, with the aim of informing decision making.
- Support operating fleet as required with the aim of creating a safe working environment, addressing technical issues, and maximizing energetic availability.
- Visit generating plants and suppliers as necessary to investigate issues first-hand and support program deployments.
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Renewables.
- Demonstrated record of superior academic and professional performance.
- Possession of comprehensive writing skills.
- Working knowledge of office and engineering analysis programs.
- Familiarity with FEA, aeroelastic and CAD modeling programs such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Ansys, Flex, Bladed, etc.
- Familiarity with testing and measurement equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to take actions beyond the explicit job responsibilities to assist in large, complex projects.
- Must work well under pressure from job demands, multi-tasking ability essential.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to climb 100-meter-tall steel towers and lift up 50 lbs. on occasion.
- Flexibility to travel up to 20 % of the time and work in the field.
#LI-TI1
Company:
AVANGRID POWER, LLCMobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com .
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems engineer jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical field
- Experience with systems integration, verification, and validation across complex hardware-software environments
- Proficiency with model-based systems engineering tools such as CAMEO, MagicDraw, or equivalent platforms
- Familiarity with requirements management tools like DOORS, Jama, or similar lifecycle management software
- Ability to obtain or maintain a federal security clearance, required by many Oregon defense contractors
- Strong documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills for working with mechanical, software, and test teams
Systems Engineer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a systems engineer in Oregon?
A bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field is the standard entry point for systems engineer roles in Oregon. The state does not require a specific systems engineer license, but many Oregon employers in defense and semiconductors expect or eventually require a Professional Engineer registration through the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying. Certifications such as INCOSE's Certified Systems Engineering Professional strengthen candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire systems engineers in Oregon?
Employers hiring systems engineers in Oregon right now include Garmin, Viasat, and Harris Group, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor fabrication, aerospace manufacturing, and federal agency operations means hiring tends to be sustained rather than cyclical, with Intel's Hillsboro campus and Boeing's Portland facilities among the most consistent long-term sources of openings.
Which Oregon cities have the most systems engineer jobs?
Portland, Salem, and Oregon account for the most systems engineer openings in Oregon. Portland and the west-side corridor including Hillsboro and Beaverton drive the bulk of demand because Intel's semiconductor campus, Boeing's fabrication operations, and a cluster of defense contractors are all based there, while Salem and Eugene add openings tied to state agency IT infrastructure and university research programs.
Are there remote systems engineer jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused disciplines, because systems engineering often involves hands-on integration, lab work, or classified facility access. About 88% of systems engineer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote options most often appearing in requirements analysis, systems architecture, and modeling roles that do not depend on physical hardware access.
How can I get hired as a systems engineer in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior systems engineer role at a large Oregon defense or semiconductor employer, where structured rotational or new-graduate programs provide supervised project experience. Intel runs new-college-hire engineering programs at its Hillsboro campus, and Oregon defense contractors regularly post entry-level positions under titles like systems analyst or integration engineer. Building proficiency in a requirements tool like DOORS and completing an INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional certification gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants without hands-on experience.
Where can I find and apply to systems engineer jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to systems engineer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to whichever positions fit.
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