Electrical Engineer Jobs in Schenectady, NY

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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Entry Level Mechanical, Electrical, Physics Engineer for Controls PLC programing

  • Quest Global
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 17 hours ago

Entry Level Mechanical, Electrical, Physics Engineer for Controls PLC programing 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Schenectady, NY $65,000 - $75,000 a year - Full-time Quest Global 599 reviews $65,000 -...

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Electrical Engineer

  • Nesco Resource
  • Menands, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menands, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Engineering required Preferred: 3-5 years of Electrical Engineering experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment Open to candidates with approximately 2 years of experience who demonstrate...

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Automation and Controls Systems Engineer

  • Nesco Resource
  • Menands, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menands, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Engineering or Computer Systems Engineering required 2+ years of related engineering experience preferred Experience within manufacturing, industrial, machine tool, power generation, or similar engineering...

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Engineer (Electrical Planning and Design), Electrical Engineering

  • natgridProd
  • Menands, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Menands, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Knowledge of power systems preferred including protection system operation and reliability philosophy, utility system practices, three-phase power system theory/operation both static and dynamic, short...

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Transmission Line Engineer - Remote

  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Engineering 2+ years of professional engineering experience Experience with overhead transmission line engineering or structural analysis related to transmission systems Proficiency in PLSCADD / PLSSuite...

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Electronics Hardware Engineer

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 10 days ago

Summary Tatigkeiten, die darauf abzielen, durch Anwendung wissenschaftlicher und technischer Methoden zu beweisen, dass ein Konzept gultig oder technisch machbar ist. Die Arbeit in dieser Familie...

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Electrical Engineer

  • LVI Associates
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago

A full-service design firm with locations in several cities in New York is looking to add an Electrical Engineer to the team....

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Mechatronics Engineer

  • Monumental
  • Amsterdam, NY (14 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY (14 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Monumental is automating on-site construction with robotics and software. Our mission is to make construction primarily software-defined and work towards a future where beautiful, bespoke...

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Engineer- Electrical-1

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 18 days ago

Required Qualifications B.S. in Electrical / Power Systems Engineering For roles outside of the USA- This role requires basic experience in the Engineering/Technology & Electrical Engineering....

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Automation Controls Engineer (third shift)

  • E-Technologies Group
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 18 days ago

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We're one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing...

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Electrical Engineer - BESS

  • Sungrow Power
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Solar industry, battery industry, or power electronics experience is preferred. Competencies: Technical problem solving/analytical skills....

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Advanced Photonics Engineer, SiPh Platform Engineering

  • Global Foundries
  • Malta, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Malta, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Required Qualifications: Advanced degree (PhD strongly preferred) in Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field....

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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Career Level (Data Centers)

  • Jacobs
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Control Systems, or Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in years of experience At least 6 Years of experience working with Instrumentation and Control Working knowledge...

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Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings Government Services

  • Stantec Inc.
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Lead in the development of new standards and specifications for the electrical engineering group, along with a team of other electrical engineers....

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Lead Electrical Design Engineer

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 24 days ago

Required Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, or Power Systems. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college....

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Demographic Data for Schenectady, NY

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Schenectady, NY

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Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY
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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