Electrical Engineer Jobs in Smithfield, VA

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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Engineer Electrical 1

  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 13 hours ago

Req ID: 41175 Team: E70 A1B PROPULSION PLANT PLANNING YARD Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: Relocation assistance...

Engineer Electrical 4

  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Directing efforts to model shipboard electrical systems using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and Siemens NX....

Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Electrical Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our innovative engineering team....

Senior Electrical Engineer- Principal

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Description At SAIC, we are at the forefront of technological innovation in supporting the Navy's operational, strategic, and fleet readiness. We are committed to solving complex...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Description At SAIC, we are at the forefront of technological innovation in supporting the Navy's operational, strategic, and fleet readiness. We are committed to solving complex...

Electrical Engineer- Associate

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Description At SAIC, we are at the forefront of technological innovation in supporting the Navy's operational, strategic, and fleet readiness. We are committed to solving complex...

Electrical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Electrical Engineer 2: Demonstrated proficiency of Electrical Engineer 1, plus: Proficient in the latest schematic drawing software....

Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 7 days ago

My client is a global manufacturing company looking for an Electrical Engineer to join their existing team....

Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (20 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (20 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 12 days ago

You will develop complex designs and analyses utilizing advanced electrical engineering software....

Electrical Design Engineer Lead (Hybrid)

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 14 days ago

design experience *BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related is preferred; will consider candidates without a degree with relevant experience *Experience with Revit,...

Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Requirements: P.E. licensure, preferred BS degree in Electrical Engineering AutoCAD & Revit experience, a plus 10+ years of experience Expertise in all aspects of building electrical design such...

Mid-Level Electrical Engineer

  • Surry, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Surry, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 16 days ago

, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues Assist the electrical engineering lead or project manager in efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily,...

Electrical Engineer III

  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited insitution....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (10 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Develop electrical design documents and drawings. Analyze and approve the work of others. Monitor the work performed by the team....

RF Electrical Engineer (Norfolk, VA) - Clearance Preferred

  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (24 miles from Smithfield, VA)
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Masters degree preferred....

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Smithfield, VA

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 Smithfield, VA 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 Smithfield, VA
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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