Electrical Engineer

Insight Global
Atlanta, GA

W2 ONLY - NO C2C or Sponsorship provided


Title: Electrical Engineer (Material Handling Industry)

Location: Hybrid in Atlanta, GA 2-3 days a week, - 35% travel domestically in the US

Duration: Permanent/Full Time


Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field.
  • 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical design. Candidates must have experience in industrial automation or material handling industry
  • AutoCAD Electrical preferred (or similar software)
  • Strong understand of UL, NEC, and IEC electrical code requirements


Day to day:

As an Electrical Engineer in this role, you’ll be designing the electrical systems that power industrial automation and material‑handling equipment. Your work will blend hands‑on engineering design, code compliance, collaboration with project teams, and periodic onsite support. Here’s what your typical week will look like:

  • Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical (or similar tools).
  • Select components (breakers, PLC hardware, power supplies, sensors, etc.) based on UL, NEC, and IEC requirements.
  • Develop bill of materials (BOMs) and ensure all parts meet safety and compliance standards.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers to ensure electrical and mechanical designs align.
  • Review customer specifications and translate functional requirements into practical electrical designs.
  • Troubleshoot design challenges — e.g., panel spacing, load calculations, power distribution needs.
  • Partner with controls engineers to ensure all systems are fully integrated and operable.