• Junior Protection Engineer

    Insight Global (Charlotte, NC)


    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.

     

    • Help engineers update and verify relay settings and protection designs.

    • Review and mark up 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.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

    Skills and Requirements

    • 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 • 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