Professional Engineer Jobs in South Carolina
Professional Engineer jobs in South Carolina are open across Columbia, Greenville, and Fort Mill and other South Carolina metros, with employers like Alrek Business Solutions, WSP in the U.S., and Geosyntec Consultants hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Consultant, Electrical Engineer for our Greenville, SC office. Be involved in projects with our Properties & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.
We are a global leader in the practice of structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering and related specialty services for the built environment. Our work is embedded in the residences we live in, the healthcare facilities we rely on for routine medical procedures to life saving feats of medicine, the skyscrapers and buildings we work in, and the operations of our buildings.
We work closely with architects and owners from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment. Our Engineers work on high quality, high-profile, national and international projects. You will actively participate in the full project cycle, from the design phase through the final construction close-out. WSP offers excellent growth opportunities.
Your Impact
- Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawings and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
- Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members
- Design of electric distribution systems
- Design of fire alarm systems
- Design of lighting and lighting control systems
- Scheduling and selecting of electrical components and equipment
- Perform electrical load, short circuit and voltage drop calculations
- Construction administration
- Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of electrical infrastructure project
- Attend client and other stakeholder meetings. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
- Supervise and mentor younger engineers
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 7-10 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for capital projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
- Engineer license required or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
- Extensive knowledge of building electrical infrastructure design, especially in healthcare facilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
- Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, energy codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Interest in innovative design, specifically in renewable energies and sustainable, high performing buildings.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- LEED AP certification is a plus
- Knowledge of AGI32 and SKM is a plus
- Project management experience
Compensation
- Expected Salary (all locations): $98,000-145,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Professional Engineer Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Alrek Business Solutions5

- WSP in the U.S.3

- Geosyntec Consultants2

- DatamanUSA1

- ECS Limited1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Technology & Software6
- Construction & Real Estate3
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professional engineer jobs across South Carolina.
- PE license required or eligibility to obtain licensure within a defined period
- Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in discipline-specific software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or ETAP
- Experience with applicable design codes and standards such as ASCE, NEC, or AASHTO
- Project management experience including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination
- Strong technical writing skills for reports, calculations, and agency submittals
Professional Engineer Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many professional engineer jobs are there in South Carolina?
There are 21+ professional engineer openings in South Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbia, Greenville, and Fort Mill. New positions post regularly as employers across South Carolina hire.
How much do professional engineers make in South Carolina?
Professional engineers in South Carolina earn a median of about $101,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,950 for the lowest 10% to over $156,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which South Carolina cities have the most professional engineer jobs?
Columbia, Greenville, and Fort Mill have the most professional engineer openings in South Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire professional engineers in South Carolina?
Employers hiring professional engineers in South Carolina include Alrek Business Solutions, WSP in the U.S., and Geosyntec Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote professional engineer jobs in South Carolina?
Yes. About 14% of professional engineer openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Carolina metros.
How do I apply for professional engineer jobs in South Carolina?
You can apply to professional engineer jobs in South Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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