Electrical Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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 Design Engineer

  • Dyersburg, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Dyersburg, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 2-3 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on transformer or related product design....

Electrical Engineer

  • Dayton, TN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dayton, TN
  • 16 hours ago

design and requirements Manage electrical system development to meet program needs Assist with the development of prototypes to evaluate basic functionality and usability Prepare reports and present...

Electrical Engineer Specialist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Role Summary: This position is a local EV high voltage battery system specialist that will develop and execute the performance and reliability test on component level (battery...

Controls Electrical Engineer

  • TN
  • 3 days ago
  • TN
  • 3 days ago

Ultimate LLC has an immediate need for a Controls Electrical Engineer** _Franklin, TN or Remote - Salary is $100k-$123k depending on experience_ **About the Role:** As a Controls Engineer, you will...

Electrical Engineer ON-SITE SALARIED EXEMPTNASHVILLE, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Electrical Engineer Nashville, TNOperations - Engineering /Salaried Exempt /On-Site APPLY FOR THIS JOB Innophos is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team in Nashville, TN....

Electrical Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago

Engineering aptitude from previous experiences such as: Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrician, Electrical Technician More preferred skills, but not required : German language skills...

Entry Electrical Engineer

  • Ashland City, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Ashland City, TN
  • 5 days ago

Experience in automation and electrical engineering. Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology, or substantial experience as an Electrical Engineering Technician....

Electrical Engineer

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Experience in automation and electrical engineering. Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology, or substantial experience as an Electrical Engineering Technician....

Electrical Engineer

  • Alcoa, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN
  • 10 days ago

** + Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. + Minimum of 5 years' experience with electrical systems and manufacturing processes. + Experience with industrial high...

Electrical Engineer - CMTA

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 12 days ago

This candidate must have a strong and innovative technical background in Electrical Engineering....

Senior Electrical Engineer - CMTA

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 12 days ago

This candidate must have a strong and innovative technical background in Electrical Engineering....

Electrical Engineer

  • Decatur, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Decatur, TN
  • 13 days ago

Electrical Engineer A growing company is currently in search of an Electrical Engineer. You will be responsible for the electrical and control system elements of equipment and processes....

Electrical Engineer

  • Springfield, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Springfield, TN
  • 13 days ago

Electrical Engineer A growing company is currently in search of an Electrical Engineer. You will be responsible for the electrical and control system elements of equipment and processes....

Co-op Electrical Engineer Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2026

  • Counce, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Counce, TN
  • 15 days ago

We are looking have 4 Open Positions: 1 Project Electrical Engineering co-op starting their rotation in summer 2025 1 Reliability Electrical Engineering co-op starting their rotation in fall 2025 1...

Electrical Engineer

  • New Johnsonville, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • New Johnsonville, TN
  • 15 days ago

Participate in process hazards analyses and scope development for capital projects. Lead area root cause failure analysis teams, kaizen events, and problem-solving sessions....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

Moving to Tennessee? Find some basic demographic data about Tennessee below.


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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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