Electrical Engineer Jobs in Gresham, OR

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 Controls Engineer

  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 21 hours ago

Electrical Engineering or another closely related discipline, 10+ years' experience with software for control and/or communication, such as Programmable Logic Control (PLC), Distributed Control Systems...

Electrical Engineer - Program Lead (Remote)

  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago

These electrical engineers manage program schedule, cost, and execution for the electrical engineering department....

Forensic Electrical Engineer (PE License Required)

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications * Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering with over 5 years of experience in evaluating electrical system and component failures in a commercial or industrial setting is preferred...

Principal Systems Engineer - Hardware

  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Job Listing ID: 4336642 Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer - Hardware Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Hillsboro Date Posted: 08/26/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided...

Consulting Systems Engineer - Global Service Provider

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Job Listing ID: 4337009 Job Title: Consulting Systems Engineer - Global Service Provider Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Portland Date Posted: 08/26/2025Hours Worked Per Week:...

Mixed Signal Circuit Design Engineer

  • Beaverton, OR (17 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (17 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 4 days ago

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design....

Senior Firmware Engineer

  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 4 days ago

experience OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering...

Senior Power Systems Controls Engineer

  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Eaton's Electrical Engineering & Services division is currently seeking a Senior Power System Controls Engineer to join our team!...

Lead Power Systems Controls Engineer

  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Master of Science in Electrical Engineering Professional Engineering license Experience working with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and interacting with the...

SW Controls Engineer

  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR (21 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Seeking a Software Controls Engineer with expertise in automation, PLC programming, and C# for hardware integration and field work. Strong C# programming skills Extensive experience in automation...

Electrical Engineer

  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 6 days ago

H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: Strong foundation in electrical engineering design principles and project management methodologies Proficient in power system analysis tools...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Networks, Integration, and Automation (Portland, OR)

  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Description Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for an Electrical Engineer to support our Vancouver office....

High Voltage Electrical Engineer

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Engineering (PE license required) Minimum 12 years of experience in substation design and engineering Deep understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE, and...

Senior Electrical Engineer (remote allowed)

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary: Description Brown and Caldwell has an exciting opportunity for a Sr Electrical Engineer to join our growing team....

Remote Work

Controls Engineer

  • Lake Oswego, OR (13 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (13 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Interface with teams, clients and vendors Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications Program PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Rockwell) and HMI/SCADAs (FactoryTalk, Cimplicity, Wonderware...

Demographic Data for Gresham, OR

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Gresham, OR

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Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Gresham, OR 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 Gresham, OR
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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