Electrical Engineer Jobs in San Diego, CA

An Electrical Engineer in the construction industry designs, develops, tests, and supervises the installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. They prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. They also oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. They confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.

Important skills for an Electrical Engineer include problem-solving, critical thinking, active listening, complex problem solving, and operations analysis. They should also have knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software. Certifications can include Professional Engineer (PE), AutoCAD, and project management certifications. A person may begin their career as a Junior Electrical Engineer, move up to an Electrical Engineer, and then progress to a Senior Electrical Engineer. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, they may have held roles such as Electrical Technician or Engineering Intern.

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Battery Management System Electrical Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago

**Preferred Qualifications** - Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.- Strong EE fundamentals in electronic circuit design/development with microcontroller-based embedded systems.- Good...

Field Engineer - Electrical Construction

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 hours ago

orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations Estimating: Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to...

Electrical Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Perform electrical engineering analyses for systems and circuits. Document findings and communicate results to engineering and program management staff....

Electrical Engineer - Display Core Technology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: Apr 29, 2025 Role Number: 200599299 Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we...

Electrical Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring an Electrical Engineer to work on-site at our San Diego location....

Electrical Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

This position is responsible for supporting the Electrical Engineering sustainment team in resolving a wide range of advanced technical issues in Electrical Engineering....

Electrical Engineer - P2S

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Our offered services range from engineering and commissioning to construction management....

Electrical Design Engineer - P2S

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Our offered services range from engineering and commissioning to construction management....

Electrical Engineer - Mid Level

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology Professional Engineer licensure in the State of California or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within...

Senior Staff Electrical Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

An employer in the San Diego, CA area is looking for a Senior Staff Electrical Engineer to join the Medical Device Neuromonitoring team for a Full-time, direct hire role....

Electrical Engineer

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: P.E. licensure, preferred BS degree in Electrical Engineering AutoCAD & Revit experience, a plus 10+ years of experience Expertise in all aspects of building electrical design such...

Electrical Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: P.E. licensure, preferred BS degree in Electrical Engineering AutoCAD & Revit experience, a plus 10+ years of experience Expertise in all aspects of building electrical design such...

Electrical Engineer, Embedded Systems and Software

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer (EE) to join our Electrical Technologies Signal Electronics and Embedded Systems team located in Rancho Bernardo....

Electrical Engineer, Hardware and Circuit Board Design Lead

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Desired Experience: High-reliability aerospace electronics and electrical systems; unmanned space-systems and satellites, including micro-satellites, cube-satellites, or small-satellites (>500 kg)....

Electrical Engineer, Power Electronics Design Lead

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer (EE) to join our Electrical Technologies team located in Rancho Bernardo....

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in San Diego, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.0%
Master's Degree
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.0%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in San Diego, CA
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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