Entry Level Engineer (Utilities/Power Distribution Design)

Insight Global; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Brandon, FL seeks an entry level Distribution Design Engineer to join in-office full-time on a 12-month contract-to-hire. The role focuses on leading electrical distribution project design for overhead and underground systems, with training provided.

The ideal candidate has an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in ME, EE, or CE, is able to work 40 hours/week in daytime hours, and is willing to learn power distribution terminology and CAD tools. On-site position only.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates with ABET-accredited Engineering degrees.
• Strong CAD design tool experience is preferred (AutoCAD/SolidWorks).
• Willingness to learn industry terminology and company-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of electrical distribution projects across overhead and underground systems.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients and construction teams; manage projects from concept through construction.
• Support residential, commercial, and industrial developments, including joint-use and lighting projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering Bachelor's

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

ENTRY LEVEL/RECENTLY ABET ACCREDITTED ENGINEERING DEGREED CANDIDATES.

Insight Global is looking for an entry level Distribution Design Engineer to work fully in office in the east Tampa/Brandon, FL area with interest in learning the electrical power distribution & utilities engineering industry. This a 12 month contract-to-hire, meaning you will be converted full time (which includes PTO, Holiday Pay, etc.) after 12 months!

Please note, this role is for post-graduation with a completed ABET Accredited Bachelors Degree. Must be able to work 40 hours a week, typical daytime office hours, and fully in office in Brandon, FL. THIS IS NOT PART TIME OR HYBIRD/REMOTE, AND NOT AN INTERNSHIP.

Job Summary:

The Distribution Design Engineer role is responsible for leading the design and delivery of complex electrical distribution projects across overhead and underground systems. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, field experience, and the ability to independently manage projects. This position plays a key role in supporting residential, commercial, and industrial developments, as well as joint-use and lighting projects. In addition to technical design work, the engineer will serve as a point of contact for clients and construction teams, ensuring projects move efficiently from concept through construction.

• Ability to work 40 hours a week, typical daytime hours (such as M-F 8am-5pm) in Brandon, FL
• Completed Bachelors Degree in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, OR CIVIL ENGINEERING from an ABET accredited Engineering program
• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation (own vehicle preferred)
• Minimum 0-2 years of relevant professional, internship, or undergraduate coursework experience, related to Electrical/Mechanical/Civil or similar Engineering or similar is a plus, but not required
• Experience using AutoCAD, Solidworks, or similar CAD design tool preferred - will be trained on company specific software!
• Having an interest in learning about the power distribution & utilities design engineering industry utility terminology (transformers, kilowatts, voltages, transmission, etc.) - will be trained on industry specific terminology!
• Coachable eager to learn and pick up on new skills
• Ability to be a problem solver and aptitude to be forward-thinking