Engineer

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an entry-level Engineer to support Electric Distribution Systems (EDS). The role offers a 40-hour work week in North Carolina and a six-month or longer appointment.

You will work with engineers to learn the campus electric system, manage small projects, and gain experience with GIS, IBM Maximo, and SCADA. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent combination of training and experience; licensure in NC may be

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Some positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with other engineers to gain understanding of the UNC-Chapel Hill electric system.
• Potentially manage small special projects within the engineering group.
• Learn and perform protection calculations.
• Develop EDS switching procedures with GIS.
• Learn and use IBM Maximo work management system to manage projects, write work and produce sketches.
• Interact with Contractors and Designers used on the Electric Distribution System under management direction.
• Familiarize with SCADA system and its alarms, working with the Operations Engineer.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Posting Information

Department: ES EDS - 227210

Career Area: Facilities and Skilled Trades

Posting Open Date: 10/27/2026

Application Deadline: 11/10/2026

Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Engineer

Position Number: 20075449

Vacancy ID: S028195

Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, normal business hours

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $28.00 per hour

Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

• exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of Electric Distribution Systems (EDS) is the distribution of electricity to the various buildings on the University campus and to the UNC Hospitals. This is accomplished through a complex system of 12kV underground circuits in duct banks run all over campus, which is controlled and protected by a modern relay and control system. EDS is part of Energy Services.

Position Summary

This position will have the opportunity to work along other Engineers to gain an understanding of the UNC-Chapel Hill electric system. The position could manage small special projects within the engineering group. This position will become familiar with the electric system model and learn how to perform the protection calculations. The position will also work with the Geographic Information System (GIS) to properly develop the EDS switching procedures. The position will have the opportunity to learn and use the IBM Maximo work management systems to manage assigned projects, write work and produce sketches. This position will have the opportunity to interact with Contractors and/or Designers used on the Electric Distribution System under management direction. This is an entry level electrical engineering position. This position will become familiar with the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) system and its alarms, working closely with the Operations Engineer.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience Some positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

Experience with Engineering in energy related field

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Posting Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.