Electrical Engineer Jobs in Sacramento, CA

An Electrical Engineer is a crucial component within the engineering industry. They design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or power generation equipment. They also evaluate systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs and applying knowledge of electricity and materials. They aim to improve or develop products by analyzing a customer's requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.

Notable skills and certifications for Electrical Engineers include strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. They should also have profound knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, mathematics, and materials. Having certifications like Professional Engineering (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) can help distinguish a candidate in this field. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, an individual might have roles such as an Electrical Engineering Intern, an Electrical Design Engineer, or an Electronics Engineer.

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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing and developing electronics for use in a harsh subsea environment....

Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical Facilities

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Electrical Project Engineer - Mission Critical Facilities - ( 250001VR ) Description Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects,...

Endpoint Systems Engineer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve...

GenAI Python Systems Engineer-Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Mathematical Statistics 5 years of experience What Sets You Apart Certification in Cloud Platforms [e.g., AWS...

Electrical Engineer, PV Systems - Remote, US

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago

Perform all levels of electrical design and analysis for PV and energy storage projects....

Systems Engineer (Aerospace)

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description: Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle...

Sr Firmware FPGA Engineer

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience Higher education may substitute...

Principal Firmware FPGA Engineer

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 10 days ago

include, Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture Understanding of the printed circuit board...

Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 12 days ago

You will work closely with the Discipline Leader for Instrumentation and Controls, as well as other I&C and electrical engineers and designers....

Electrical Engineer in Sacramento

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Electrical Engineer in Sacramento The Opportunity: Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Sacramento to join our world-class Electrical Team in Sacramento....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 15 days ago

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing and developing electronics for use in a harsh subsea environment....

Systems Engineer - Technology Services(SQL) - #24-158

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Are you passionate about using data to make a real difference? Join us in shaping the future of education as our Systems Engineer, where your SQL expertise will directly...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago

Overview As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will lead the design and analysis of electrical systems for a variety of projects, from concept through construction....

Electrical Engineer in Sacramento

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago

Responsible for ensuring a high quality of work produced by the electrical design team members through proper quality control....

Sr Firmware Engineer

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience Higher education may substitute...

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
Master's Degree
33.1%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in Sacramento, 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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