Electrical Engineer Jobs in Fairfield, CT

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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Electrical Engineer Substation Lead

  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Electrical Engineer Substation Lead LOCATION: Orange, CT Salary : The salary range for this position is dependent on experience level and location, ranging from $111,000 to $139,000....

Principal Electrical Engineer Power Electronics - Sign-on Bonus Eligible!

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or PhD) preferred Proven track record of at least 8 years...

Electrical Engineer (Corp Real Estate). Job in Wilton Gr8Jobs

  • Wilton, CT (8 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wilton, CT (8 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Proficiency in electrical power distribution, emergency power systems, load flow analysis, and protective relay coordination....

2025 Associate / Entry level Electrical Engineer / Local Rotational Graduate

  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 14 days ago

Mold Utility - C Shift at Becton Dickinson NA Mold Utility - C Shift at Becton Dickinson NA in Columbus, Nebraska Posted in Other 17 days ago. Job Description: Job Description Summary Job...

Senior Analog Electrical Engineer in Danbury,CT,US

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 days ago

engineer on space programs Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, MS preferred Demonstrated lead electrical design capability & experience Conceptual original design experience...

2025 Associate / Entry level Electrical Engineer / Local Rotational Graduate

  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 21 days ago

Job Requirements/ Preferences: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (w/ Power Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science/IT or Software Engineering a plus) Preferred GPA of 3.2 and...

Electrical Engineer

  • Milford, CT (12 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milford, CT (12 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required) Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) Experience & Skills: 7+ years of experience designing analog and...

Electrical Engineer

  • New Haven, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Provides feedback and assistance to project managers and design professionals regarding all aspects of engineering design. 2....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • New Haven, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Electrical Engineer - ASCO Power East/North Haven, CT (this role will eventually reside in the new North Haven plant) May be eligible for relocation assistance in the form of a sign-on bonus We offer...

Electrical Engineer - Buildings

  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Your Opportunity Our Buildings team is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Designer....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Electrical Engineer (Corp Real Estate)

  • Wilton, CT (8 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilton, CT (8 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Proficiency in electrical power distribution, emergency power systems, load flow analysis, and protective relay coordination....

R&D - Electrical Engineer

  • Bethel, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bethel, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Experience on electrical design and development such as PCB layout, circuit design/debugging Intermediate level of using Microsoft Office tools Problem solving, and organizational skill Strong presentation...

Demographic Data for Fairfield, CT

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Fairfield, CT

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 Fairfield, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.1%
Master's Degree
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
High School or GED
13.0%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
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 Fairfield, CT
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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