Electrical Engineer Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

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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Principal Electrical Engineer

  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Design scope includes System Design, Scope Development, Engineering Calculations, Specifications, and Risk Assessments for HV, MV systems (Switchgears, transformers, Motor Control Centers, Relay/Protection...

Senior Electrical Engineer / Embedded / Onsite

  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

An established and growing technology manufacturer in power systems and embedded control space is hiring for a hands on Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team....

Electrical Engineer, Production

  • Montville, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Electrical Engineering, Production Marotta Controls, Inc., is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of motion and flow control systems and components for the defense, government services,...

Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Must have a minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certificate preferred....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Montville, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Bachelor's Deg or Foreign equiv in Electrical Engg or rltd; 5 yrs of exp in dsgng & drafting electrical systems; Knowl of NY & NJ building codes; Proficiency in AutoCAD & Revit. $140,109/yr....

Electrical Engineer

  • New York, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

WORK LOCATION: Athens, Greece PROJECT DURATION: 24 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE DoS PROGRAM The position functions as the Electrical Engineer, providing OBO/Athens a full range of...

Electrical Engineers

  • Woodbridge, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Analyze, design and implement an electrical distribution system network of processes based on the business requirements. Validate Control, Safety Functions and Automation features for electronic...

Electrical Engineer

  • Newark, NJ (16 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (16 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Prerequisite Qualifications: Bachelor or Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field. An ability to work and live at an elevation of 2000 meters....

Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design Job Details National Grid

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

About us National Grid is seeking a Telecommunication Engineer for a position within Distribution Planning & Asset Management (DPAM) with a reasonable commute to any National Grid location. Every...

Electrical Engineer Intern - SUMMER

  • Randolph, NJ (20 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Randolph, NJ (20 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Join us as a Electrical Engineer Intern - SUMMER Your main responsibilities Interns will gain a working knowledge of basic EE principles and theory and have the desire to apply theory in a practical...

Electrical Engineer

  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

A growing firm is looking for their next Electrical Engineer. If you're an Electrical Engineer that's tenacious with a growth mindset, let's talk....

Electrical Engineer

  • Secaucus, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Identifies malfunctioning components/units and the need for repair of electrical systems and components and troubleshoots the problems....

Electrical Engineer

  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Requirements: E.I.T. or P.E. licensure preferred BS degree in Electrical Engineering AutoCAD & Revit experience 4+ years of experience Expertise in all aspects of building electrical design such...

Staff Electrical Engineer, Licensing - Nuclear

  • Newark, NJ (16 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (16 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Job Specific Qualifications Required: BS Degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of Nuclear Power Plant experience Basic knowledge of licensing and power plant operations...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Montville, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Kearfott Corporation Senior Electrical Engineer in Pine Brook , New Jersey Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design...

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in South Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.9%
Master's Degree
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.1%
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 South Plainfield, NJ
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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