Electrical Engineer Jobs in La Porte, TX

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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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

For This Role, You Will Need: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering field. 7+ years of hands-on experience in electrical design, preferably within...

Electrical Design Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering E.I.T Certification 4+ years of electrical design experience preferrably in the MEP field, understanding of building codes Prior experience as an electrical designer engineer for K-12 and...

Electrical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering 7 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering and project management Preferred: Professional Engineer...

Quality Engineer- Electrical

  • Texas City, TX (23 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Texas City, TX (23 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Quality Engineer IEA Management Services, Inc. life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, North Dakota, Fargo Jun 14, 2025...

Principal Electrical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Principal Electrical Engineer FuelCell Energy 401(k) United States, Texas, Houston Jun 16, 2025 Principal Electrical Engineer Location: TX, US Date: Jun 16, 2025 FuelCell Energy is a global leader in...

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Principal Electrical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

engineering Master's degree in electrical engineering preferred Experience in the design of digital, power, and analog circuit designs, and a solid understanding of electrical circuit theory Downhole...

Electrical Engineer ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Are you an electrical design engineer passionate about shaping the future of education?...

Associate Electrical Engineer CEHE

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Education Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university....

Electrical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Provide Squad Check for project P&IDs and electrical drawings considering SOW and Turn-in data. Prepare LV and MV Single Line Diagrams....

Electrical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for an on-site Electrical Engineer capable of thriving in our fast-paced Houston facility....

Refining Engineer 1 - Electrical Engineer - Intern to Full-Time Conversion

  • Dickinson, TX (15 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dickinson, TX (15 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

power distribution issues....

Electrical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Your Opportunity Stantec's Houston, TX office is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer who will be able to apply electrical engineering principals and superior client service skills to cultivate...

Electrical Engineer III

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Engineer III Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid) Estimated Duration: 12 Months Overview: Our client, a leader in North American energy infrastructure, is seeking a Electrical Engineer to oversee...

Electrical Engineer III

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Are you an Electrical Engineer who knows their stuff and can confidently oversee others?...

Sr Principal Electrical Engineer (Plant Design)

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 5 days ago

PROBLEM COMPLEXITY: Assignments cover a variety of electrical design problems related to facilities engineering....

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in La Porte, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in La Porte, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.1%
Master's Degree
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
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 La Porte, TX
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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