Explore Electrical Engineer Jobs

Discover Electrical Engineer opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. We feature vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles across power systems, electronics, controls, semiconductors, and hardware design. Browse openings from employers seeking engineers to develop, test, and improve the electrical systems and products people rely on.

What Electrical Engineers Do

Electrical engineers design and oversee electrical equipment, systems, and components. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include developing circuit designs, specifying components, analyzing system performance, creating technical documentation, and coordinating testing and validation. Many engineers collaborate with mechanical, software, manufacturing, and product teams to bring complex projects from concept to deployment.

Common Electrical Engineering Specialties

Electrical engineering careers span a range of industries and technical specialties. Opportunities may focus on power generation and distribution, renewable energy, control systems, embedded hardware, communications, electronics, semiconductor devices, or electrical infrastructure. Job titles and requirements vary by employer, industry, and level of responsibility.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for a relevant engineering degree and experience applying electrical engineering principles to real-world projects. Valuable skills can include circuit analysis, CAD and simulation tools, testing and troubleshooting, systems thinking, and familiarity with applicable standards. Project leadership, clear communication, and cross-functional collaboration can also be important, particularly for senior and leadership positions.

Find Your Next Electrical Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Electrical Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to identify opportunities aligned with your expertise and preferred career path.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex substation engineering projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance throughout the project lifecycle while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary...

Maine, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $166K *

Pioneer efficient electrical and control solutions to drive project success across manufacturing platforms. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring robust project execution and a...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead project management efforts for complex land development projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality execution. Collaborate with teams to manage scopes, schedules, and budgets while fostering c...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $187K *

Support and enhance client systems by providing technical expertise, leading installations, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment. Collaborate with teams for continuous improvement a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Innovate your career by developing cutting-edge virtual embedded control systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and validate virtual electronic control units, enhancing automotive...

Milford, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Empower our team by integrating cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. This hands-on role involves collaborating with clients to enhance manufacturing processes through effective PLC integratio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of vibration isolation and acoustic engineering capabilities, serving as a key technical resource. Collaborate with consultants and engineers to enhance product offerings and ensu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $160K *

Elevate operations through AI-driven automation to enhance incident management, streamline ticket resolution, and optimize service health with self-healing observability, all while collaborating acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Innovate secure network solutions by engineering and supporting robust infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security technologies, ensuring reliable connectivity and comp...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$189K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining autonomous sensing systems, providing technical leadership in sensor suite design and integration. Collaborate across functions to tackle engineering challenges and drive...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion security excellence by driving secure SDLC practices, managing compliance, and leading incident response. Collaborate with DevOps and ensure robust risk management practices to protect vital...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $191K *

Elevate your career by managing utility revenue requirements projects, preparing regulatory filings, and providing expert testimony. Collaborate with clients across North America while leading teams a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $194K *

Lead and manage multiple solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff while maintaining client communicati...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $170K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions for DOJ/BOP facilities, providing expert analysis and support for HVAC systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making through technical docu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining power plant performance analysis. Lead thermal modeling, collaborate with vendors, and execute field tests to ensure optimal plant efficiency and reliability. Your expert...

Lenexa, KSRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $107K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by designing innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems. Collaborate with engineers to deliver impactful civil designs that enhance land development proje...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $275K *

Elevate technical excellence as the Chief Engineer, guiding multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success through robust architecture, requirements management, and strategic decision-making in com...

Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Develop your career by leading the calibration, installation, and maintenance of protective relay systems. Ensure the reliability of electric grid operations while mentoring junior technicians and man...

Alabama, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading the calibration, installation, and maintenance of protective relay systems. Drive efficiency and safety in electric grid operations while mentoring junior technicians an...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-centric web applications, integrating AI-driven insights for high-stakes decision-making workflows while ensuring performance and sec...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge AI platforms, enhancing decision-making workflows through innovative web applications and robust backend services. Collaborate across the full...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop a next-gen AI platform, focusing on intelligent agent frameworks and modern web applications. Collaborate across the full stack to enhance decision-making wor...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead transmission engineering projects, providing technical direction and project oversight while mentoring a high-performing team. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure safe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud security solutions, enhancing information security and compliance while mitigating cyber threats across the organization. Drive innovation and improve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence by leading public-infrastructure construction projects, managing field teams, and fostering client relationships. Shape a high-performing construction-services team while ensuring qua...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an electrical engineer do?question toggle

    Electrical engineers design, develop, test, and improve electrical systems and equipment. Their work can involve circuits, power systems, controls, electronics, and hardware, depending on their specialty and employer.

  • What industries hire electrical engineers?question toggle

    Electrical engineers work in industries such as energy, utilities, manufacturing, aerospace, telecommunications, automotive, semiconductors, and technology. Available roles and requirements differ by industry.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for electrical engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, along with relevant technical experience. Some roles may favor advanced degrees, professional credentials, or experience with specific tools, products, or industry standards.

  • What skills are useful for electrical engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills may include circuit design and analysis, troubleshooting, testing, simulation, technical documentation, and systems engineering. Communication and project collaboration are also valuable, especially in cross-functional or senior roles.

  • Can I find Electrical Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more, including Electrical Engineer opportunities. Check individual listings for compensation and qualification details.