Electrical Engineer Jobs in Cerritos, CA

An Electrical Engineer in the construction industry designs, develops, tests, and supervises the installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. They prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. They also oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. They confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.

Important skills for an Electrical Engineer include problem-solving, critical thinking, active listening, complex problem solving, and operations analysis. They should also have knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software. Certifications can include Professional Engineer (PE), AutoCAD, and project management certifications. A person may begin their career as a Junior Electrical Engineer, move up to an Electrical Engineer, and then progress to a Senior Electrical Engineer. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, they may have held roles such as Electrical Technician or Engineering Intern.

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Data Center Electrical Engineer(Hybrid) Location:Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Data Center Electrical Engineer(Hybrid) Location:Irvine, CA Data Center Electrical Engineer(Hybrid) Location:Irvine, CA Full-Time Interview:Phone+Skype Job Description: This position offers a fantastic...

Motion Control Electrical Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Motion Control Electrical Engineer Department: Payload R&D Employment Type: Full Time Location: Irvine, California Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 / year Description Introduction - As an Electrical...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Orange, CA (14 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (14 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

management....

Electrical Engineer

  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Electrical Engineer Job Description The Test Automation Engineer will design and deliver test systems for electronic products....

Lead Electrical Engineer - Propulsion

  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience: 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on avionics, UAV systems, or similar industries....

Electrical Engineer

  • Huntington Beach, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout; Altium is a plus....

Senior Supplier Engineer - Electrical / RF - Onsite

  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in at least one of the following: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing & quality systems or technical supplier management....

Electrical Engineer (Lead)

  • Baldwin Park, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baldwin Park, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Electrical Engineer For immediate consideration, please email your resume and 2-3 reasons why you are a strong fit for the role to ......

Electrical Engineer (MEP)

  • Pasadena, CA (19 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (19 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities : Design and develop electrical systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineers to integrate...

Electrical Engineer (3 to 5 Years)

  • Newport Beach, CA (23 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (23 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

, government, industrial, and project/construction management....

Remote Work

Lead Electrical Engineer (Low Voltage)

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Expertise in performing electrical engineering calculations (SKM, EasyPower, AmpCALC, etc.)....

Electrical Engineer III

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Honeybee Robotics is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Electrical Engineer works on the development of new products, and the improvement and sustainment of products....

Electrical Engineer

  • Orange, CA (14 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orange, CA (14 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn's Orange, CA office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Electrical team!...

Electrical Engineer III

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Engineer III Electrical Engineer III Location: Irvine, CA, United States Job Family : Engineering Job Type : Regular Posted : Mar 10, 2025 Job ID: 55360 Job Description Parker Aerospace,...

Demographic Data for Cerritos, CA

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Cerritos, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Cerritos, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.9%
Master's Degree
20.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.2%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in Cerritos, CA
1-2 years
36.9%
10+ years
18.8%
2-4 years
16.2%
6-8 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
7.9%
4-6 years
4.3%
None
2.7%
8-10 years
0.4%


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