Electrical Engineer Jobs in Iowa

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

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago

. ``` ``` **Education/Experience Requirements:** - Bachelor'sof Science in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar discipline. - 1-5 years experience in manufacturing...

Facilities Electrical Engineer

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago

The**Facilities Electrical Engineer**will train on plant operations, and eventually transition into Facilities Manager....

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance: DoD Clearance: Top Secret Principal Electrical Engineer - RF & Analog Design - Advanced...

Senior Electrical Engineer for Nuclear Effects (ONSITE)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

This position is for a Senior Electrical Engineer with analog and digital design experience....

Professional Electrical Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Work model: On-Site What you will do: Design electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, life safety, and low-voltage infrastructure Lead and oversee electrical design and documentation...

Electrical Engineer

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 days ago

Essential Skills Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 3-5+ years of experience with electrical design using 2D and 3D AutoCAD software....

Electrical Engineer, Google Data Centers

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago

Identify and resolve electrical engineering issues during construction, collaborating with cross-functional teams to find effective solutions....

Electrical Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

Electrical Engineer Job title: Mechanical Engineer Location: Ames or Des Moines, IA, and Omaha, NE....

Senior Principal Electrical Engineer - for Nuclear Effects (Onsite)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 15 days ago

design engineers to provide actionable circuit feedback....

Electrical Engineer (Substation)

  • Davenport, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 21 days ago

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to electrical design....

Electrical Engineer - Power Studies

  • Hiawatha, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Hiawatha, IA
  • 22 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years relevant experience; prefer educational focus in Power Systems studies....

Simulation Engineer - Electrical

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 23 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 23 days ago

Required Education, Experience & Skills Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics (specializing in electromagnetics) or related field is required Fundamental knowledge of analog and digital...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Center** Date: Jun 20, 2025 Location: Overland Park, KS, US Charlotte, NC, US Canonsburg, PA, US US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies **Together, we own our...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Center Construction Design

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago

Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Center Construction Design Job ID 220128 Posted 15-May-2025 Service line PJM Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Construction, Data Centers, Project Management...

Senior Data Center Electrical Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago

(Electrical Engineering) is desirable + Professional Engineering (P.E.) License is desirable. **Why CBRE?...

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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Iowa

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 Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
Master's Degree
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
12.9%
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 Iowa
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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