Electrical Engineer Jobs in Independence, MO

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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Electrical Engineer - Power (Kansas City)

  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 9 hours ago

Apply strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry....

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Electrical Controls Engineer

  • Olin
  • Independence, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 1 day ago

Title: Electrical Controls Engineer Location: Independence, MO Salary: $90,700 to $129,800 Schedule: 980 schedule Focus: We are seeking a skilled Electrical Controls Engineer with extensive...

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Controls Engineer III

  • Building Controls and Services
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Title:Controls Engineer III Operating Company:Building Controls & Services Inc. Location: Lenexa, KS FLSA Status: Exempt SalaryRange: $90,897-$105,560 salary About: Building Controls & Services...

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Controls Engineer II

  • Building Controls and Services
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Title:Controls Engineer II Operating Company:Building Controls & Services Inc. Location: Lenexa, KS FLSA Status: Exempt SalaryRange:$76,237-$90,897 salary About: Building Controls & Services...

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Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

  • Liberty Personnel
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Job Details: Lead Electrical Controls Engineer Seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to support project execution within industrial automation and material handling environments. This role combines PLC...

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Automation & Controls Engineer - Food & Beverage (Multiple Locations)

  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 4 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures....

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Associate Electrical Engineer - Substation

  • Black & Veatch Family of Companies
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Develop physical design deliverables including yard layout plans, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems within high voltage substation designs...

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Electrical Engineer

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 16 days ago

Basic Education Requirement for Electrical Engineer: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in engineering....

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Electrical Project Engineer - Substation Design and Power Electronics (STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC)

  • Black & Veatch Family of Companies
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago

system design) and collaborate with owner and OEM resources (subject matter experts, internal engineering, and project management)....

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New Grad Field Services Engineer - Electrical Testing I

  • Shermco
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 19 days ago

Qualifications Requirements Preferred Education: Prefer an Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year program in Electrical Engineering or related field....

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Electronics Engineer

  • Leidos
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 20 days ago

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with one of the BEST in government contracting? Ranked by Forbes in 2018 as a Top government contractor and one of the World's Most Ethical...

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Flight Controls Systems Engineer 2

  • Garmin International, Inc.
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 23 days ago

Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits Qualifications: Basic Qualifications Bachelor s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or related degree with an...

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RF Engineer

  • Black & Veatch Family of Companies
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering degree related to Communications U.S. citizenship Professional Engineering License (PE) 5+ years of wireless...

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Electrical Engineer - Aviation

  • HNTB
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions...

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Electrical Engineer

  • GPAC
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Our client is seeking to immediately add a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team....

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Demographic Data for Independence, MO

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Independence, MO

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Independence, MO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.2%
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 Independence, MO
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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