Electrical Engineer Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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.

1-15 of 23 Jobs

2025-2026 Facilities Engineering Electrical Engineer

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 14 hours ago

Electrical Engineers will be enrolled in either an Electrical Systems development track or an Instrumentation & Controls development path to develop a core technical foundation to draw upon throughout...

Intern/Co-op - Logistics and Storage Mechanical/Civil/Electrical Engineer (Spring 2026) - Full-time

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Logistics & Storage is comprised of four primary components: Logistics & Storage Support Services - L3S provides engineering design and project management services to Terminals, MPL, and Marine....

Electrical Engineer

  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Engineering Professional Engineering license Minimum of 5 years of hands-on electrical design experience Knowledge in the design of power distribution, fire alarm, data & communication, lighting, and...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: The Senior Electrical Engineer will work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment responsible for designing building systems and producing construction documentation for institutional...

Electrical Engineer (Senior or Principal) - Salt Lake City, Utah # 113838

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 8 days ago

Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in a specialty area of electrical engineering....

Electrical Engineer - SMT

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 9 days ago

To apply to a Varex Imaging position, please create an account and sign-in. CURRENT VAREX IMAGING EMPLOYEES: Please apply by logging into your internal Workday Account. Summary Provide technical...

Electrical Engineer, PE II

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 15 days ago

The purpose of a Senior Professional Electrical Engineer is to provide technical authority and direction as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for the development of electrical engineering designs, studies...

Associate, Electrical Engineer (Salt Lake City, UT)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Associate, Electrical Engineer (Salt Lake City, UT) Job Code: 25978 Job Description: Determine design approaches and parameters Perform system analysis to determine feasibility of design...

Lead Healthcare Electrical Engineer - Building Systems

  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 23 days ago
  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 23 days ago

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Electrical Engineer for our South Jordan, Utah office....

Senior Lead Healthcare Electrical Engineer - Buildings

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 24 days ago

Who You Are **Required Qualifications** + Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering + 10+ years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer. + Professional...

Senior Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Provide coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor Required Education Skills and Experience Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4-year degree 8...

Electrical Engineer (Mid-Sr Level, Power systems)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Researching electrical building/power materials and best practices Supporting talent growth within our organization Required Education Skills and Experience Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

This Senior Electrical Engineer will be a part of the Electrical Engineering team that designs and maintains the next-generation mobile C-arms....

Senior Engineer - Electrical

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Engineering from an ABET accredited university Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) 10+ years of electrical design experience Revit experience preferred Excellent oral and written communication...

Electrical Engineer(Building/Power Systems) - Intern/Co-Op - Fall 2025

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Research electrical building/power materials and best practices Support talent growth within our organization About You Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering...

Demographic Data for West Valley City, UT

Moving to West Valley City, UT? Find some basic demographic data about West Valley City, UT below.


Local
National
3,270,238
89,628

Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireConstruction curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
This innovative, three-week course from the University of Padova is designed to illustrate how electricity is produced, and exchanged, and why. Understand how electrical systems have evolved over...
Etap for Electrical Engineers
Welcome to the course on Etap for Electrical Engineers -(Original). The only course available on Udemy which covers almost all functionality of the Etap software. The course is updated on a...
AutoCAD Electrical for Automation & Electrical Engineers
If you are interested in Electrical designing this course is for you. Through this tutorial you are not just learning AutoCAD Electrical commands but designing AC VFD, DC Drive, VFD-By pass, Soft...

Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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 West Valley City, UT 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
12.9%
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 West Valley City, UT
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Electrical Engineer Related Career Advice Articles

Young man working construction job
Top Construction Jobs for Flexibility and Upward Mobility

If you are interested in seizing control of your schedule or challenging yourself to advance in the workplace, take a look at the guide below.

Read article »
Comparing the lineman role versus a job as an electrician
Career Comparison: Lineman vs. Electrician

Learn about the differences between a lineman and an electrician to see which career option sparks your interest!

Read article »
Woman working on a grinder, part of the rising number of female skilled trades professionals
It's Time for Women to Take the Construction Industry by Storm

An infographic from Tulsa Welding School on how women are finding success in nontraditional occupations.

Read article »