Electrical Engineer Jobs in Newton, NC

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 Controls Engineer

  • Newton, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 1 day ago

Electrical Controls Engineer GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual...

Mechatronics Engineer - Hybrid

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 2 days ago

The candidate will leverage their expertise in Mechanical/Electrical engineering, Control systems, instrumentation, motion systems and robotics, programming, and system integration to drive innovation...

Mechatronics Engineer

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 2 days ago

The candidate will leverage their expertise in mechanical/electrical engineering, control systems, instrumentation, motion systems and robotics, programming, and system integration to drive innovation...

Controls Engineer

  • Newton, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 2 days ago

This role requires deep technical expertise in Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, and electrical design....

Mechatronics Engineer

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago

The candidate will leverage their expertise in Mechanical/Electrical engineering, Control systems, instrumentation, motion systems and robotics, programming, and system integration to drive innovation...

Mechatronics Engineer - PLC

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago

The candidate will leverage their expertise in Mechanical/Electrical engineering, Control systems, instrumentation, motion systems and robotics, programming, and system integration to drive innovation...

Mechatronics Engineer

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 3 days ago

A Mechatronics Engineer is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science in the Hickory, NC area. This role leads the design,...

Sr Electrical Engineer (Lincolnton, North Carolina, United States, 28080)

  • Lincolnton, NC (11 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (11 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology Ability to apply electrical fundamentals to troubleshooting, operation, and design of electrical components...

Controls Engineer

  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Position Requirements: The Controls Engineer designs, implements, and maintains electrical and electronic processes in order to increase productivity and efficiency throughout the plant. Essential...

Systems Engineer

  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (23 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Education Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred....

Senior Controls Engineer

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview As a Senior Controls Engineer at TSM, you will be a key architect in shaping the future of intelligent manufacturing across our engineered-products division. This role bridges operational...

Sr. Controls Engineer - Trivium

  • Newton, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Strong knowledge of electrical design, control system integration, and risk assessment. Ability to program in ladder logic and develop HMI/SCADA solutions....

Staffing - Controls Engineer III

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application...

Electrical Engineer

  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC (10 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Engineer Based in our Spindale, NC home office, the Electrical Engineer will play a key role in supporting commercial and industrial construction projects....

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

  • Bessemer City, NC (22 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bessemer City, NC (22 miles from Newton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college required - Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology preferred....

Demographic Data for Newton, NC

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Newton, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Newton, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.1%
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 Newton, NC
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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