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Entry Level Switchgear Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Engineer, Electrical

New York, NY · On-site

$79K - $82K/yr

... Entry-Level Electrical Engineers to join our New York office. This is an exciting opportunity to ... Lay out switchgear, generators, and panels; perform basic load and voltage drop calculations using ...

... Entry-Level Electrical Engineers to join our New York office. This is an exciting opportunity to ... Lay out switchgear, generators, and panels; perform basic load and voltage drop calculations using ...

This is not a traditional entry-level sales role. Our Associate Sales Engineers complete an ... Develop technical knowledge of generators, switchgear, transfer switches, load banks, fuel systems ...

This is not a traditional entry-level sales role. Our Associate Sales Engineers complete an ... Develop technical knowledge of generators, switchgear, transfer switches, load banks, fuel systems ...

JOB SUMMARY: The Commercial Engineer requires an in-depth understanding of electrical power ... transformers, switchgear, automatic transfer switches, electrical conduit and cabling, remote ...

JOB SUMMARY: The Commercial Engineer requires an in-depth understanding of electrical power ... transformers, switchgear, automatic transfer switches, electrical conduit and cabling, remote ...

Job Title: QA/QC Engineer The QA/QC Engineer supports quality assurance and quality control ... boxes, inverters, switchgear, and grounding and bonding systems. * Assist in verifying that ...

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How much do entry level switchgear engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level switchgear engineer in the United States is $69,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Switchgear Engineer vs Electrical Technician?

AspectEntry Level Switchgear EngineerElectrical Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related fieldAssociate degree or technical certification in electrical technology
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and commissioning of switchgear systems, often in engineering offices or on-siteInstallation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, primarily in industrial or commercial settings
Industry UsageUsed in power generation, distribution, and industrial automationCommonly employed in manufacturing plants, substations, and facilities maintenance

Entry Level Switchgear Engineers focus on designing and testing switchgear systems, requiring a degree in engineering, while Electrical Technicians handle installation and maintenance, often with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in electrical power systems but differ in responsibilities and educational requirements.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Switchgear Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,362 per year, or $33.3 per hour.
Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

EPC STAFF Acquisition and Development, LLC

Cherry Hill, NJ • Hybrid

$70K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

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Job description

Electrical Engineer

Philadelphia, PA metro including Cherry Hill, NJ

Direct Hire/ Permanent Placement

$70k-$150k (entry level to sr. roles open), Hybrid, Full Benefits, 401k match,


The client in Cherry Hill, NJ is open to training the right Candidate as long as they are Revit proficient. 


THE CLIENT

+/- 100 person MEP+ firm specializes in Healthcare, Education, Infrastructure, Government, Energy/ Power, etc.


ROLE/ RESPONSIBILITIES

• Electrical design of power distribution, lighting, fire alarm in accordance with NEC codes and standards

• Electrical equipment calcs, selection, and layout of switchgear, transformers, electrical panels and emergency generators

• Design recommendations, decisions, planning, delegating, reviewing, and QC of work from junior staff

• Project Management and client/ site visits


REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or similar

• REVIT, AutoCAD

• EIT or PE preferred