Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC
Electrical Project Engineer jobs in Raleigh are concentrated in the Research Triangle Park corridor, downtown Raleigh, and the North Hills and Cary tech belt, with strong demand across construction, utilities, and advanced manufacturing. Employers hiring right now include Dewberry, EMCOR, and GFT. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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What You Will Do:
GFT is seeking a Electrical Project Engineer to join our Building and Places Team in Raleigh, NC, Mechanicsburg, PA!
This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our office.
At GFT, the electrical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for electrical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include executing electrical design, inspection, condition assessment projects for various public sector facilities including education, industrial, federal and military facility, water/wastewater treatment facilities, commercial, manufacturing, state and local government and institutional projects nationally.
Join our team to prepare electrical design criteria documents, electrical design drawings, electrical system calculations, electrical system technical analyses, electrical system contract design drawings, detailed specifications and performance-based specifications for electrical power distribution and related systems.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Performing site survey of existing system conditions for interface of new designs with existing electrical and control systems.
- Design of electrical systems including low/medium voltage power distribution, standby/emergency generation, interior/exterior lighting for buildings, local area IT networks, access control, security and fire alarm systems
- Construction assistance including; electrical shop drawing review, contractor relations, and site surveys
- Participate in meetings with clients, state agencies, city agencies, utility service representatives and project teams.
- Deliver projects on time and within client budgets
- Deliver projects in compliance with client and company quality control procedures and engineering guidelines
- Preparation of project specifications
- Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines
- Coordination and verification of as-built drawings
- Perform quality work that promotes client retention
- Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical floor plans, equipment schematic diagrams, equipment block diagrams, electrical load calculations, short circuit studies, protective device coordination studies, and arc flash studies.
Education | Experience:
- Minimum bachelor’s in electrical engineering, Electrical Technology or Architectural Engineering with Electrical focus
- 4+ years of progressive experience in the engineering and design of electrical systems
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred or the ability to obtain the PE licenses within two years of employment
- Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards and energy codes
- Experienced with facility surveys, reports, feasibility studies, design, specifications, cost estimating, and construction activity support.
- Project management and leadership skills, capable of driving the successful completion of projects is a plus.
- Experience with alternative project delivery is a plus
- The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
- Experience using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD) is required
- Building Information Modeling (BIM – Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus
- Electrical power design experience is required
- Experience in Power Studies, such as Short Circuit Study, Coordination Study, and Arc Flash Analysis is preferred
- Proficiency using SKM Power Tools Software is preferred
- Security and communication design experience is preferred
- Experience with alternative project delivery is a plus
- The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview:
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Location: Raleigh or Mechanicsburg
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
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What You Will Do:
GFT is seeking a Electrical Project Engineer to join our Building and Places Team in Raleigh, NC, Mechanicsburg, PA!
This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our office.
At GFT, the electrical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for electrical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include executing electrical design, inspection, condition assessment projects for various public sector facilities including education, industrial, federal and military facility, water/wastewater treatment facilities, commercial, manufacturing, state and local government and institutional projects nationally.
Join our team to prepare electrical design criteria documents, electrical design drawings, electrical system calculations, electrical system technical analyses, electrical system contract design drawings, detailed specifications and performance-based specifications for electrical power distribution and related systems.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Performing site survey of existing system conditions for interface of new designs with existing electrical and control systems.
- Design of electrical systems including low/medium voltage power distribution, standby/emergency generation, interior/exterior lighting for buildings, local area IT networks, access control, security and fire alarm systems
- Construction assistance including; electrical shop drawing review, contractor relations, and site surveys
- Participate in meetings with clients, state agencies, city agencies, utility service representatives and project teams.
- Deliver projects on time and within client budgets
- Deliver projects in compliance with client and company quality control procedures and engineering guidelines
- Preparation of project specifications
- Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines
- Coordination and verification of as-built drawings
- Perform quality work that promotes client retention
- Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical floor plans, equipment schematic diagrams, equipment block diagrams, electrical load calculations, short circuit studies, protective device coordination studies, and arc flash studies.
Education | Experience:
- Minimum bachelor’s in electrical engineering, Electrical Technology or Architectural Engineering with Electrical focus
- 4+ years of progressive experience in the engineering and design of electrical systems
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred or the ability to obtain the PE licenses within two years of employment
- Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards and energy codes
- Experienced with facility surveys, reports, feasibility studies, design, specifications, cost estimating, and construction activity support.
- Project management and leadership skills, capable of driving the successful completion of projects is a plus.
- Experience with alternative project delivery is a plus
- The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
- Experience using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD) is required
- Building Information Modeling (BIM – Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus
- Electrical power design experience is required
- Experience in Power Studies, such as Short Circuit Study, Coordination Study, and Arc Flash Analysis is preferred
- Proficiency using SKM Power Tools Software is preferred
- Security and communication design experience is preferred
- Experience with alternative project delivery is a plus
- The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview:
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Location: Raleigh or Mechanicsburg
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
#LI-AC1
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Who's Hiring
- Dewberry11
- EMCOR7
- GFT4
- IMEG4
- Siemens4
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Raleigh: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a electrical project engineer job in Raleigh?
Raleigh's strongest hiring comes from construction and engineering consultancies serving the Research Triangle Park campus build-out, Duke Energy's regional operations, and the semiconductor and life sciences facilities expanding in Wake and Durham counties. Candidates with power distribution, low-voltage systems, or industrial controls experience stand out locally. Targeting firms with active data center, healthcare campus, or mixed-use development portfolios gives you the clearest path to an interview in this market.
Which companies hire electrical project engineers in Raleigh?
Raleigh electrical project engineer roles are posted by Dewberry, EMCOR, and GFT and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The local mix includes large engineering and construction firms, regional utilities, and in-house facilities teams at the life sciences and tech campuses that define the Triangle economy.
Are there remote electrical project engineer jobs in Raleigh?
Yes, though with real limits: electrical project engineering involves site coordination, inspections, and hands-on commissioning that cannot move fully remote. About 61% of electrical project engineer openings tied to Raleigh are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply to design-phase work, specifications writing, and project coordination rather than field-intensive roles.
How can I get a electrical project engineer job in Raleigh with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Raleigh is through engineering consulting firms and contractors actively staffing the Triangle's infrastructure and construction boom, where junior engineers support licensed PEs on commercial and institutional projects. Entry-level project engineer and electrical designer roles at firms serving the Research Triangle Park campus expansions, WakeMed and Duke Health facility projects, and the region's data center pipeline give new graduates direct exposure to the project lifecycle and a clear promotion track.
Which industries hire the most electrical project engineers in Raleigh?
Raleigh electrical project engineer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The Triangle's ongoing semiconductor fab investments, large healthcare campus expansions, and sustained commercial construction pipeline make these the dominant drivers of local electrical engineering hiring.
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