Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in North Carolina
Electrical Project Engineer jobs in North Carolina are open across Raleigh, Charlotte, and Chapel Hill and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Affiliated Engineers, Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, and Apple hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
EwingCole is a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, interior design and planning firm with offices across the country. Our multi-disciplinary practice is built on the core values of professional excellence, design quality and collaboration. We are looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join our team in our Raleigh office.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of the Electrical Engineering team, the Project Engineer is responsible for the design and documentation of major projects and mentoring of junior staff.
Essential Functions:
- Design and supervise the design of specific projects, attend meetings and work with project team members to develop the necessary details and coordination necessary for project documentation.
- Responsible for the completion of reports, calculations and specifications, code research and establishing design criteria for projects.
- Ensure the design and production efforts are completed within the established project budgets and schedules.
- Develop conceptual designs and evaluate appropriate electrical systems and layouts.
- Lead the completion of electrical calculations.
- Lead the design and documentation of the electrical systems.
- Review construction cost estimates at key milestones.
- Work with the client, contractor and other team members to produce the best possible project.
- Act as Discipline leader to perform/supervise construction administration tasks.
- Provide project status updates to the Senior Engineer and/or Discipline Director on a regular basis.
- Mentor junior engineers, designers and EITs.
- Stay abreast of state-of-the-art design through independent reading, attendance of seminars and continuing education. Participate in design, analysis, and documentation training as listed in the Discipline Training guidelines.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Bachelor of Architectural Engineering
- Registered PE in at least one state with suitable credentials for registration in other states
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Computer analysis skills
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT EWINGCOLE
Generous paid time off, 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, flexible/hybrid work options, paid parental leave, excellent insurance offerings including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection and more.
EwingCole does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any resume submitted by an agency without a prior written agreement will be deemed the property of EwingCole and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired.
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Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Electrical Project Engineer Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Affiliated Engineers8

- Quanta Infrastructure Solutions8

- Apple6

- Eaton6

- Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson6

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services45
- Manufacturing23
- Energy21
- Construction & Real Estate19
- Electronics & Hardware13
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project engineer jobs across North Carolina.
- 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
Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical project engineer jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 142+ electrical project engineer openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Raleigh, Charlotte, and Chapel Hill. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do electrical project engineers make in North Carolina?
Electrical project engineers in North Carolina earn a median of about $110,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,800 for the lowest 10% to over $203,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most electrical project engineer jobs?
Raleigh, Charlotte, and Chapel Hill have the most electrical project engineer openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire electrical project engineers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring electrical project engineers in North Carolina include Affiliated Engineers, Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote electrical project engineer jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 15% of electrical project engineer openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for electrical project engineer jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to electrical project engineer jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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