Electrical Engineer Jobs in Richmond, KY

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 Intern

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Engineering Minimum 2.50 GPA Work Conditions Office Environment Physical Effort Primarily sitting, with occasional walking and standing....

Senior Electrical Engineer - CMTA

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 2 days ago

**Desired Skills:** + Project, Team and Client Management + Electrical Engineering Infrastructure Design + Construction Administration and Submittals + Power Distribution and Lighting Systems + Energy...

Electrical Engineer (Lexington, KY)

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Engineer with an electrical engineering background to join our team....

Electrical Engineer

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 19 days ago

Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology 5 +years of work experience Advanced knowledge of electronic principles and concepts and electronic manufacturing aspects Expertise in Quality Function...

Senior Electrical Engineer - CMTA

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 27 days ago

Desired Skills: Project, Team and Client Management Electrical Engineering Infrastructure Design Construction Administration and Submittals Power Distribution and Lighting Systems Energy Systems Renewable...

Remote Electrical Project Engineer

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 29 days ago

engineering full lifecycle project execution. * Knowledge of Siemens PCS7 & Batch/DCS, ProFiBus DP & PA, Profinet, Rockwell PLC's and software, Sistema * Knowledge of Safety Controls (Machine safety...

Remote Work

Lead Electrical Engineer

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 60+ days ago

Proven expertise in electrical design, analysis, and optimization of oil and gas facilities, including power distribution systems, lighting systems, and instrumentation and control systems....

Demographic Data for Richmond, KY

Moving to Richmond, KY? Find some basic demographic data about Richmond, KY below.


Local
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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Richmond, KY

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 Richmond, KY 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
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 Richmond, KY
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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