Salary Range
$72,000 – $145,000
Job Outlook
2% growth through 2032
Education
Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
Work Settings
Onsite, Hybrid
About This Career
Electrical Engineers design, develop, and test electrical systems and components including power generation, motors, navigation systems, and telecommunications equipment.
Top Skills
Circuit designPLC programmingPCB layoutPower systemsMATLAB/SimulinkEmbedded systems
Typical Responsibilities
- Design electrical systems and circuits
- Program PLCs and control systems
- Test and troubleshoot electrical equipment
- Create technical specifications
- Ensure NEC code compliance
- Manage project timelines
Common Certifications
✓ PE License✓ FE/EIT✓ CompTIA✓ NICET
Career Progression
1
EIT / Junior EE
0-4 years experience
2
Electrical Engineer (PE)
4-8 years experience
3
Senior Electrical Engineer
8-12 years experience
4
Principal / Director of Engineering
12+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
electrical designPLCcircuit designpower systemsembedded systemsNEC compliancePE license
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Hiring Industries
Power UtilitiesManufacturingDefenseTelecommunicationsConstruction
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