Electrical Engineer Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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

  • Alcoa, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Oversee external vendors providing electrical design and support functions. What's Needed? Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution....

Electrical Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 14 days ago

The Electrical Engineer will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining electrical systems and components to support our cross-functional team on new-product transition from the design...

Electrical Engineer

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 20 days ago

Insight Global is seeking an electrical engineer to support an automotive client in the Maryville, TN area to perform arc flash studies....

Electrical Engineer III

  • Alcoa, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 22 days ago

Electrical Engineer Location: Alcoa, TN - 37701 Duration: 06+ Months Job Description: Client is currently in search of a Senior Electrical Engineer - High Voltage to join our Tennessee Operations...

Electrical Engineer 3 - Government Services

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 27 days ago

Essential skills and experience: BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering in a nuclear...

Electrical Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 29 days ago

Basic Qualifications: A BS degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Solid understanding of analog and digital circuits and electric circuit theory....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

S. in Electrical Engineering * PE or EIT with the intention of obtaining their PE 7+ years of experience doing electrical design/engineering for either power plants or heavy industrial sites....

Electrical Engineer VI

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Qualified candidate will serve in a Lead Electrical Engineer or support capacity coordinating and performing electrical engineering activities....

Electrical Engineer V

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Qualified candidate will serve in a Lead Electrical Engineer or support capacity coordinating and performing electrical engineering activities....

SI Associate Electrical Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements: AS in Electrical Engineering required. BS in Electrical Engineering preferred 3+ years of relevant electronics design, testing and manufacturing support experience....

Senior Electrical Engineer - Industrial Market

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Experience in electrical design for facility and infrastructure projects....

Airfield Electrical Engineer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago

This Airfield Electrical Engineer continuously monitors the progress and performance of the engineering design development against the project work plan....

Staff Electrical Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE BS in Electrical Engineering required. MS in Electrical Engineering preferred. Minimum 5 years of relevant electronics design experience....

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions- Electrical Engineer -Lead-Lenexa, KS & Oak Ridge, TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 90+ days ago

power plants Experience in the selection of equipment, materials, and the preparation and assembling of engineering design packages, calculations, and specifications, Experience with electrical system...

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Knoxville, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.0%
Master's Degree
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.0%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
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 Knoxville, TN
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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