Electrical Engineer Jobs in Amsterdam, NY

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

  • Jacobs
  • Latham, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Latham, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering At least 8 years of engineering experience building electrical systems Solid working knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) and IEEE standards Experience with...

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Electrical Engineer

  • Markon Solutions
  • Niskayuna, NY (18 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Niskayuna, NY (18 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Markon is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support construction projects at the Knolls Site....

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Electrical Project Engineer

  • Naval Nuclear Laboratory
  • Niskayuna, NY (18 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Niskayuna, NY (18 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Ability to mentor less experienced Electrical Engineers within the group....

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Electrical Engineer (3867)

  • Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc.
  • Niskayuna, NY (18 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Niskayuna, NY (18 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting an Electrical Engineer in West Milton, NY. An active DOE L clearance or DOD equivalent is required to be considered for this position....

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Electrical Engineer

  • LVI Associates
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 12 days ago

The culture values technical excellence, collaboration, and longterm professional growth.The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for...Designing complete electrical building systems including power...

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Electrical Engineer - Telecommunications - AI Data Centers

  • Jacobs
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution. Masters preferred....

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Engineer- Electrical-1

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Required Qualifications B.S. in Electrical / Power Systems Engineering For roles outside of the USA- This role requires basic experience in the Engineering/Technology & Electrical Engineering....

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Electrical Engineer - BESS

  • Sungrow Power
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 20 days ago

engineering or similar majors....

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Electrical Engineer SME (Data Center)

  • Jacobs
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Optimization of electrical systems including MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, grounding, and redundancy strategies. Champion innovation in power systems, energy efficiency, and resiliency....

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Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings Government Services

  • Stantec Inc.
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 25 days ago

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

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Lead Electrical Design Engineer

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 25 days ago

Required Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, or Power Systems. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college....

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Electrical Engineer Jobs in Albany,NY,US

  • W3global
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 26 days ago

The Electrical Engineer will work within a collaborative engineering team to design and develop electrical systems and components for advanced CNC precision machine tools and related equipment....

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Senior Electrical Engineer

  • MTF
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 28 days ago

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

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Senior Professional Electrical Engineer

  • CDM Smith Inc.
  • Latham, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Latham, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

CDM Smith offers employees opportunities to delve into many aspects of electrical engineering, including the design of complex power systems, observation and construction services, and power system...

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Lead Electrical Engineer

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or related project engineering....

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Demographic Data for Amsterdam, NY

Moving to Amsterdam, NY? Find some basic demographic data about Amsterdam, NY below.


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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Amsterdam, NY

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 Amsterdam, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.6%
Master's Degree
21.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.4%
High School or GED
12.6%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
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 Amsterdam, NY
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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