Electrical Engineer Jobs in Fairburn, GA

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 - Aviation & Federal (Southeast Region)

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Primary Responsibilities Perform design of building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, and low-voltage systems....

Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 1 day ago

engineering experience, including lighting, power distribution, emergency backup systems, and fire alarm design for both new construction and renovation projects Proficiency with tools such as COMcheck...

Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Summary A detail-oriented and technically proficient Electrical Engineer with a solid foundation in power systems, lighting, and safety-critical infrastructure Demonstrates a strong...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum 10 years of experience working as an electrical engineer in the building design and construction industry, including the design of power distribution, lighting, and lighting controls LEED AP...

Senior Electrical Engineer - 8121

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineering Team Manager to lead our electrical engineering team in the design...

Electrical Engineer - Substation Design Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta Job Segment: Construction, Design Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Electrical, Engineer, Engineering...

Electrical Engineer - Substation Design

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Develop electrical design deliverables, including protection and control design (protective relays) and/or physical design Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors Collaborate with...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 6 days ago

J ob Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineering Team Manager to lead our electrical engineering team in the design, development, and execution of utility-scale PV solar projects...

Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Individual must be able to work independently, as well as part of multi-discipline teams producing electrical engineering documents....

Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 9 days ago

ARE YOU AN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING ROCK STAR? Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering....

Electrical Engineer PE

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 11 days ago

| ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING | ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN...

Managing Director, Electrical Engineer - Electrical Systems/Fire Investigations

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Managing Director, Electrical Engineer - Electrical Systems/Fire Investigations Secretariat Advisors, LLC United States, Georgia, Atlanta 1197 Peachtree Road Northeast (Show on map) Jun 03, 2025 Job...

Managing Director, Electrical Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Managing Director, Electrical Engineer Secretariat Advisors, LLC United States, Georgia, Atlanta 1197 Peachtree Road Northeast (Show on map) Jun 04, 2025 Job Description: Job Description: Secretariat...

Electrical Engineer, Colocation Regional Engineering (CRE)

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 13 days ago

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Smyrna, GA (20 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (20 miles from Fairburn, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Who We're Looking for: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited four year program required....

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Fairburn, GA

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 Fairburn, GA 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 Fairburn, GA
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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