Electrical Engineer Jobs in Newport News, VA

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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Engineer Electrical 1

  • Newport News, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Location: Newport News, VA Company: NSC Staffing NSC Staffing is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to support engineering design and development efforts across mechanical,...

Engineer Electrical 3

  • Newport News, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 6 days ago

Power distribution and control experience is desired....

Mid Electrical Engineer NEW

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Mid Electrical Engineer Prescient Edge View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Engineering - Systems Norfolk, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Benefits: At Prescient Edge, we...

Electrical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 9 days ago

Job Title: Electrical Engineer Job Description We are seeking an Electrical Engineer who will be responsible for designing automation control systems based on customer specifications....

Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 10 days ago

as lighting, power distribution, communications, and fire alarm What You Will Do: Function as lead electrical engineer for multi-discipline projects, through all phases of process Perform electrical...

Facilities Electrical Engineer

  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Coordinate all phases of assigned projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, related bid meetings, equipment and facilities engineering/design, manufacturing...

Mid Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Benefits: At Prescient Edge, we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyone's success. To that end, we provide employees with a best-in-class benefits...

Lead Engineer - Electrical Component

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Distribution System design. * Understanding of High/ Medium Voltage Power Distribution System design....

Electrical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago

Overview: We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer to support our client in Newport News, VA for a multi year contract....

Electrical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 15 days ago

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring an Electrical Engineer....

Engineer Electrical 2

  • Newport News, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 15 days ago

Req ID: 41941 Team: E70 A1B PROPULSION PLANT PLANNING YARD Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: Relocation assistance...

Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 16 days ago

design experience in interior and exterior lighting; facility power distribution systems, including standby power generation; telecommunication systems - including voice, data, cable TV and Wi-Fi;...

Electrical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 days ago

Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial,...

Engineer Electrical 1

  • Newport News, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 17 days ago

Electrical Engineer 1 Newport News, VA Contract $36.55-$39.89/hr Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks....

Senior Naval Electrical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 23 days ago

As a Senior Naval Electrical Engineer, you will ensure Naval and Commercial Engineering Standards and Quality Assurance Processes are met while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating teammates....

Demographic Data for Newport News, VA

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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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...
Etap for Electrical Engineers
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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Newport News, VA

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 Newport News, VA 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 Newport News, VA
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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