Electrical Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Lead Systems Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago

Description At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams, contribute to our...

Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Active Directory Forests - Activ NEW

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago

Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Active Directory Forests - Activ General Dynamics Information Technology Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified IT - Software Washington, DC (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago

Education: Bachelors of Science in Physics or Electrical Engineering is required. Other majors will be considered with extensive experience in the above qualifications....

Windows Systems Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 hours ago

Windows Systems Engineer This position is responsible for working with DoD, IC, and Federal customers to develop, deploy and configure data centric solutions. These solutions should adhere to...

Systems Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Systems Engineer Job Details Job Location DC Remote Type Fully Remote Position Type Full Time Education Level Bachelor's Degree Job Category Information Technology Description We are BE: At BE,...

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Senior Auxilliary Systems Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Founded in 1995, ESN is a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).ESN delivers trusted solutions that...

Electronics Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Summary Position is an Electronics Engineer (Specialist) within the Operations Engineering Support Group. The mission includes operational support of the National Airspace System (NAS). Help...

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Principal Linux Systems Engineer specializing in Linux to support a highly classified program with a top US agency in DC (at JBAB). The Sr Linux Systems...

Interdisciplinary Engineer (Electronics)

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Implements agency policy and provides expert engineering support. Analyzes engineering surveillance applications and developments. Administers contracts in accordance with agency...

Systems Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career...

Electric/Electronics Engineer III NEW

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Electric/Electronics Engineer III ELS Inc View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience) $100,000 - $125,000 No Traveling Engineering - Electrical...

Project Engineer (Electrical-ESB)

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Overview R&P is looking for a motivated professional who wants to join our team. We are a mid-sized defense contractor providing program management, ship design, production, cyber risk management,...

Systems Engineer Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Overview Position is located in Washington DC The Systems Engineer Associate (SEA) maintains and supports the integrity of the IT infrastructure computing environment and offers support to the...

Lead Systems Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career...

COMSEC / 5G cellular / VHF Systems Engineer - Active Top Secret

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

COMSEC / 5G cellular / VHF Systems Engineer - Active Top Secret General Dynamics Information Technology Today Top Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Software Washington, DC (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
This innovative, three-week course from the University of Padova is designed to illustrate how electricity is produced, and exchanged, and why. Understand how electrical systems have evolved over...
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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
Master's Degree
33.2%
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 District of Columbia
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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