Electrical Project Engineer Jobs

Electrical Project Engineer jobs are open across construction, utilities, manufacturing, and industrial infrastructure, from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in power systems, automation controls, and low-voltage design. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles907+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAffiliated Engineers
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type72% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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S&B Christ Consulting,LLC
Project Manager (Mechanical, Structural, or Electrical Engineer's License Required
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S&B Christ Consulting,LLC
New 4h ago
Project Manager (Mechanical, Structural, or Electrical Engineer's License Required
S&B Christ Consulting,LLC
Remote
Consulting & Professional Services
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$115k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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LIGHTING MAINTENANCE INC
Project Manager / Estimator – Electrical Construction
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LIGHTING MAINTENANCE INC
New 5h ago
Project Manager / Estimator – Electrical Construction
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE INC
Harmans, Maryland
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
$95k - $120k/yr
51-200

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Syensqo
Electrical Project Engineer
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Syensqo
New 6h ago
Electrical Project Engineer
Syensqo
Piedmont, South Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$99k - $123k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Precision Drive and Control
Electrical Project Manager
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Precision Drive and Control
New 8h ago
Electrical Project Manager
Precision Drive and Control
Monroe, Wisconsin
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
51-200

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Faith Technologies Incorporated
Senior Electrical Project Manager
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Faith Technologies Incorporated
New 9h ago
Senior Electrical Project Manager
Faith Technologies Incorporated
Fort Stockton, Texas
Customer Success
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Electrical Project Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Affiliated Engineers
    Affiliated Engineers32
  • EMCOR
    EMCOR20
  • CEC Facilities
    CEC Facilities15
  • Farnsworth
    Farnsworth14
  • Rinvio
    Rinvio13

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services80
  • Construction & Real Estate51
  • Manufacturing11
  • Healthcare & Medical Services8
  • Staffing & Recruiting7

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, or Revit MEP design software
  • Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable local electrical codes
  • Experience managing submittals, RFIs, and construction document coordination
  • PE licensure or active EIT registration preferred for senior-level positions
  • Familiarity with low-voltage systems, power distribution, or industrial controls depending on sector

Tips for Your Electrical Project Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to project scope

Electrical project engineer postings weigh project size heavily. List the voltage levels, system types, and dollar value of projects you've managed. Hiring managers want to see whether your experience aligns with their build scale before they call you.

List your software and code compliance

AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, and Revit MEP appear across nearly every job listing. Name them explicitly, and add any NEC, NFPA 70E, or local code familiarity. Omitting these tools often filters your resume out before a human reads it.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists electrical project engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by project delivery method

Design-build firms, EPC contractors, and owner-operators hire electrical project engineers for very different scopes. Read postings carefully for phrases like 'design-assist' or 'construction administration' so you target roles that match what you actually do day to day.

Prepare for a technical design exercise

Many employers send a take-home or whiteboard exercise before the final interview round, covering load calculations, single-line diagram interpretation, or schedule recovery scenarios. Brushing up on these formats shortens your response time and keeps answers clean under pressure.

Negotiate scope of authority, not just pay

In your offer conversation, ask explicitly about signing authority on submittals, RFI response responsibility, and budget ownership. These define how much the role actually functions as a project engineer versus a field support technician with the same job title.

Electrical Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most electrical project engineers?

The companies hiring the most electrical project engineers right now include Affiliated Engineers, EMCOR, and CEC Facilities, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Activity tends to be highest in sectors with active infrastructure buildout, including utilities, data centers, and industrial manufacturing.

How many electrical project engineer jobs are remote?

About 28% of electrical project engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because site coordination is a core part of the role. Design-phase and project controls work is the most likely to allow remote scheduling, while construction administration and commissioning duties are nearly always on-site.

How do you become an electrical project engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, then gain field or design experience through an entry-level role such as electrical designer, field engineer, or EIT position. Obtaining your EIT certification by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam strengthens your candidacy early. From there, take on progressively larger project responsibilities, build proficiency in industry software, and pursue your PE license as your experience hours accumulate.

Can you get hired as an electrical project engineer with little experience?

Yes, many employers hire candidates with one to two years of related experience into junior electrical project engineer roles, particularly at EPC firms and electrical contractors who train from within. Internship experience doing load calculations, drawing production, or submittal review counts meaningfully. Holding an active EIT and demonstrating software proficiency in your resume can offset a shorter work history when applying to these entry-adjacent postings.

What does the electrical project engineer interview process look like?

Most employers run a phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with a project manager or chief engineer covering design fundamentals, code knowledge, and how you've handled RFIs or schedule conflicts. A practical exercise, such as reviewing a single-line diagram or walking through a project scenario, is common in the second round. Final interviews often include a site visit or meeting with the broader project team before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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