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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$232K - $341K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical strategy for enterprise architecture, focusing on AI integration and cloud migration. Collaborate with engineers to solve complex challenges and drive innovat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of advanced simulation capabilities to validate technology and services, ensuring alignment with internal teams and managing customer requests while integrating external tools for...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Champion portfolio-level construction delivery for 3-5 data centers, ensuring on-time, on-budget execution while managing risk across multiple sites. Partner with teams to drive success in a high-grow...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the delivery of cutting-edge telecommunications and network infrastructure for data center operations, ensuring seamless connectivity and project execution across multip...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic planning and execution for substation operations, ensuring safety, quality, and financial objectives are met. Lead high-performing teams and manage subcontractor relationships across l...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading automated testing initiatives for cloud-based ERP systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance across various business processes and upgrades...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of advanced control systems for energy projects, leading technical initiatives and collaborating with clients to enhance manufacturing processes through innovative automation sol...

Irvine, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading relay testing and commissioning efforts in power systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure technical excellence and mentor future engineers while managing projects acros...

Wyoming, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading relay testing and commissioning efforts in power systems. Engage in technical excellence while mentoring future engineers and technicians, ensuring the reliability of...

South Carolina, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading the testing and commissioning of protection systems in electric utilities. Drive technical excellence while mentoring future engineers and ensuring safety across diverse...

Ohio, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Pioneer the future of power systems by leading relay testing and commissioning efforts. Leverage your expertise to mentor technicians and ensure safety while enhancing substation and plant protection...

Virginia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that leads complex technical infrastructure projects, driving AI initiatives and operational improvements through effective project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and disciplined planni...

British Columbia, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $215K *

Empower the engineering team by driving project execution and integration for advanced vehicle development. Ensure alignment of resources, schedules, and technical goals while fostering collaboration...

Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$77K - $100K *

Design and execute high-voltage substation projects (34.5kV-500kV) focusing on safety, quality, and reliability. Collaborate with a team of experts to deliver engineering solutions and ensure complian...

Marlton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$144K - $170K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in renewable energy construction. Oversee multiple utility-scale projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while managing contractors and stakeholder...

Charlottesville, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver innovative design solutions for power utility projects across North America, ensuring quality, compliance, and continuous improvement w...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure by leading design, implementation, and optimization of systems. Drive automation, enhance security, and mentor junior staff while collaborating on strateg...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Redefine customer support as a Field Service Engineer, ensuring optimal performance of advanced battery energy storage systems through expert troubleshooting and maintenance across diverse industries...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by optimizing product performance and driving growth in instrumentation solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance offerings and support strategic initiatives in the upstream...

Oklahoma, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and maintenance of SCADA applications in a dynamic Remote Operations Center, collaborating with engineers and operators to enhance monitoring and operational support for power ge...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $299K *

Optimize critical materials supply chains by collaborating across teams to identify risks, develop new sources, and enhance resilience. Drive initiatives to improve supplier capabilities and mitigate...

Grand Prairie, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management across all phases, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while mentoring fellow Project Managers for continu...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $110K *

Drive the design and evaluation of marine vessels, supporting the US Coast Guard with naval architecture analysis, stability assessments, and prototype testing to ensure safety and efficiency in shipb...

Mc Lean, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape innovative cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficiency in store technology operations. Elevate performance th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Design and develop transformative AI/ML models and solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems, and ensure performance and scalability of integration in pro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.