Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Electrical Project Engineer jobs in Arizona are active and growing, concentrated in the utility and energy sectors, defense and aerospace manufacturing, and large-scale commercial and infrastructure construction, with openings available from entry-level positions through senior project leads. Phoenix and Tucson anchor most of the hiring, with Chandler also generating consistent demand from semiconductor and advanced manufacturing campuses. Well-established employers such as Salt River Project, Raytheon Technologies, and Burns & McDonnell maintain ongoing needs for electrical project engineers across power systems, defense electronics, and industrial facility work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top employerSundt
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring8
Work type79% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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XNRGY Climate Systems
Project Manager, Electrical Systems and Commissioning
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XNRGY Climate Systems
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Project Manager, Electrical Systems and Commissioning
XNRGY Climate Systems
Mesa, Arizona
Customer Success
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management

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Assistant Project Manager- Electrical Construction
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Assistant Project Manager- Electrical Construction
2000 Gold LLC
Phoenix, Arizona
Account Management
Business Operations
Project Management
$30 - $40/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Electrical Project Manager
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Electrical Project Manager
Lira Electric, LLC
Tucson, Arizona
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $125k/yr
On-Site

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Kearney Electric, Inc.
Sr. Project Manager - Electrical
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Kearney Electric, Inc.
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Sr. Project Manager - Electrical
Kearney Electric, Inc.
Phoenix, Arizona
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
201-500

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Kearney Electric, Inc.
Project Manager - Electrical
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Project Manager - Electrical
Kearney Electric, Inc.
Phoenix, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
201-500

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Electrical Project Engineer Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chandler
6 jobs
Tempe
4 jobs
Tucson
2 jobs
Mesa
1 job
Miami
1 job
Bagdad
1 job
Patagonia
1 job

Electrical Project Engineer Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sundt
Sundt4 open roles
Loenbro
Loenbro4 open roles
Felix Construction
Felix Construction3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Science & Research
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software

What Arizona Employers Look For

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

  • Active Arizona Registered Engineer license or EIT certification with PE licensure in progress
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Three or more years of experience managing electrical design or construction projects
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar electrical design and modeling software
  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and specifications
  • Experience coordinating with contractors, inspectors, and multidisciplinary project teams on-site

Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical project engineer in Arizona?

The standard path begins with a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by registration as an Engineer in Training through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. After accumulating the required years of progressive engineering experience, candidates sit for the Professional Engineer exam administered through the same board. Many Arizona employers, particularly utilities and defense contractors, treat PE licensure as a prerequisite for senior project engineer roles.

How much do electrical project engineers make in Arizona?

Electrical project engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $100,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,560 for the lowest 10% to over $165,510 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire electrical project engineers in Arizona?

Employers hiring electrical project engineers in Arizona right now include Sundt, Loenbro, and Felix Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's combination of major utility infrastructure, defense programs, and semiconductor expansion keeps demand for electrical project engineers broad across both public and private sector organizations.

Which Arizona cities have the most electrical project engineer jobs?

Phoenix, Chandler, and Tempe have the most electrical project engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix generates the largest share of demand, driven by utility projects at Salt River Project and APS, large commercial construction, and defense and semiconductor campuses in Chandler and the East Valley, while Tucson contributes steadily through Raytheon's aerospace operations and University of Arizona-adjacent engineering firms.

Are there remote electrical project engineer jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. Electrical project engineering is heavily tied to job sites, construction phases, and hands-on coordination, which limits how much of the work can move off-site. About 21% of electrical project engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover design review, project documentation, and client reporting rather than field supervision duties.

How can I get hired as a electrical project engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is an engineering internship or junior electrical engineer role that transitions into project work, often available through Arizona's large utilities and defense employers, which run structured programs for recent graduates. Salt River Project and Arizona Public Service recruit new engineering graduates into rotational or entry-level positions that build toward project responsibility. Obtaining your Engineer in Training registration through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration immediately after graduation signals readiness to employers and gives you a credential edge before accumulating field hours.

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

You can find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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