Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Insight Global; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 37,505 - 53,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an entry-level engineer in Charlotte, NC, to support a large energy company. This role offers hands-on training in Protection & Controls, allowing candidates to work alongside experienced engineers on real-world projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and an interest in power systems. Compensation starts at $33/hr, with full benefit packages available from day one. The position follows a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role for new graduates in electrical engineering.
• Basic understanding of how power flows through a system is required.
• Internship or co-op experience in utilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with relay settings and protection designs.
• Review and markup drawings for substation work.
• Shadow field crews during testing and maintenance.

Skills

Interest in protection & controls or power systems

Willingness to learn hands-on

Basic understanding of electrical prints

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

SEL relays

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an entry level engineer to support one of our large energy companies. This is an entry-level engineering role for someone looking to start a career in Protection & Controls - designs and maintains the systems keeping electricity safe and reliable. Will get hands‑on training from experienced engineers while working on real-world grid and substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Help engineers update and verify relay settings and protection designs.
• Review and markup drawings and diagrams used for substation and control‑house work.
• Shadow field crews during testing, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Learn how to read electrical prints and understand how power flows through a system.
• Assist with data collection and reports for ongoing projects.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or closely related field)
• Interest in protection & controls or power systems
• Willingness to learn hands‑on and spend most days in‑office for training
• Basic understanding of electrical prints and power system flow

Nice to Have Skills and Experience

• Internship, co‑op, or project experience in utilities or energy systems
• Exposure to SEL relays or substation design
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or relay testing tools
• Demonstrated curiosity about grid reliability and modernization
• Experience working with field or construction teams

3‑year contract to hire

In office M‑W, Hybrid TH‑F

Compensation: $33/hr | Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Utilities