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Entrylevel Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Dashiell

Substation Design Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$95K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The Design Engineer performs engineering work with a focus on substation engineering design ... Familiarity with electrical relays currently utilized in the electric power utility industry.

Hansoninc

Electrical Engineer (EIT)

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Support electrical design efforts on a variety of projects across the country, with emphasis on ... Coordinate with project engineers, designers, and CAD/Revit technicians * Other duties as assigned ...

Luxus

Electrical Project Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Electrical Project Engineer Company Name: Booth & Associates Location: Raleigh, NC Project Focus ... Power Systems, Substation Design, and Utility Infrastructure Work Setting: Flexible Hybrid (Office ...

Amteck, LLC

BIM Technician - Electrical

Benson, NC · On-site +1

Amteck, a nationally recognized Top 50 Electrical Design-Build Contractor, is redefining what it ... Working closely with VDC project managers, engineers, supers and construction PMs to ensure ...

Amteck, LLC

BIM Technician - Electrical

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

Amteck, a nationally recognized Top 50 Electrical Design-Build Contractor, is redefining what it ... Working closely with VDC project managers, engineers, supers and construction PMs to ensure ...

RoviSys

CAD Designer

Holly Springs, NC

$50K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CAD Designers will work with experienced engineers and will be put in a position to continuously ... Work with Engineering team on electrical initiatives needed for the project Field Verification of ...

RoviSys

CAD Designer

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$50K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work with Engineering team on electrical initiatives needed for the project Field Verification of ... General CAD experience in AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, etc. * Ability to recognize and offer suggestions ...

Rovisys/FeneTech

CAD Designer

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$50K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work with Engineering team on electrical initiatives needed for the project Field Verification of ... General CAD experience in AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, etc. * Ability to recognize and offer suggestions ...

RoviSys

CAD Designer

Holly Springs, NC

$50K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work with Engineering team on electrical initiatives needed for the project Field Verification of ... General CAD experience in AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, etc. * Ability to recognize and offer suggestions ...

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How much do entrylevel electrical design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel electrical design engineer in Raleigh, NC is $98,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,200.00 and $112,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Electrical Design Engineer vs Electrical Drafter?

AspectEntrylevel Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Drafter
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fieldTechnical diploma or associate degree in drafting or engineering technology
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, engineering firms, construction sitesDesign offices, manufacturing, or construction sites
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, construction companies, manufacturingArchitectural and engineering firms, manufacturing
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between an Entrylevel Electrical Design Engineer and an Electrical Drafter lies in their roles. The engineer focuses on designing electrical systems, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance, requiring a bachelor's degree. The drafter creates detailed technical drawings based on engineers' designs, often with a technical diploma. Both work in similar environments and industries, but their responsibilities and qualifications differ.

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Infographic showing various Entrylevel Electrical Design Engineer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 77% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,250 per year, or $47.2 per hour.

Substation Design Engineer

Dashiell

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$95K - $122K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

Dashiell rating

9.8

Company rating: 9.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 449 rated engineering

Job description

Primary Function:
The Design Engineer performs engineering work with a focus on substation engineering design including both physical and protection & control practices. Requires knowledge of substation systems from 34.5kV to 500kV with familiarity with basic principles related to the engineering design of high voltage substations. The position will be based in our Raleigh office located at 11000 Regency Pwky #107, Cary, NC 27518and will report to Dashiell's Supervising Engineer. Successful candidates may be placed in a Design Engineer I, II or III title depending on skill and experience level. Candidates with more experience may be placed in higher positions.
Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
  • Work within a project team to create all design documents and drawings for a project, including creating wiring diagrams from schematics, generating bills of materials, and applying field mark-ups of project as-built drawings with minimal supervision.
  • Perform engineering support tasks such as relay burden, lighting, load flow, and short circuit calculations with minimal supervision.
  • Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as ground grid design, relay coordination, transformer sizing, and load flow and short circuit studies with minimal supervision.
  • Review project schedules and work with a project engineer to ensure projects remain on schedule.
  • Apply engineering standards including NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI.
  • Properly use the document management system.
  • Apply corporate standard engineering practices.
  • Supervise project activities.
  • Communicate and coordinate project activities with project engineer, customer representatives, and others as needed.
  • Spend time at job sites to gain hands-on knowledge and additional training in substation construction and design.
  • Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
  • Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
  • Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
  • Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree, from an accredited university. Experience in substation design; successful candidates will have at least 1 year of experience in substation engineering design.
Required
  • Familiarity with electrical relays currently utilized in the electric power utility industry.
  • Experience in application of relays and metering in an electrical substation at 138kV and above.
  • Experience in the design of electrical schematics for relay applications and control systems.
  • Experience in the design of connection drawings and cabling.
  • Strong knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals.
  • Knowledge and understanding of three-phase power systems.
  • Knowledge and understanding of per-unit mathematics and symmetrical components.
  • Knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions.
  • Knowledge of design documents and drawings necessary to complete a project.
  • Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI.
  • Knowledge of common word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, vendors, clients, etc.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred
  • Relay coordination experience.

Physical Requirements:
Physical Requirements
  • This position requires minimal physical effort.
  • Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year-round weather conditions and noise.
  • Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%).
  • Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
  • May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.

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