Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in North Carolina
Electrical Design Engineer jobs in North Carolina are open across Durham, Cary, and Morrisville and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Ampere Computing, Apple, and Cadence Design Systems hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Electrical/Design Engineer - Outdoor at Garmin's office in Cary, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing moderately complex electronic circuits, equipment, systems, and products.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Proficiently use troubleshooting and general EE tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, schematic design and PCB layout programs, etc.)
- May perform as a technical leader or Project Engineer for small projects or sub projects as part of a greater project, following established procedures
- Design test boards and circuit modifications to test design improvements
- Source and analyze appropriate components to meet electrical engineering design needs
- Test circuits designed by other engineers and document the test results
- Find technical root cause and suggest corrective action for given problems
- Work with the factory team to understand design impacts on manufacturability
- Estimate level of effort, evaluate new options of similar technology, offer suggestions to improve processes, and provide comments and suggestions on some electrical design aspects in design reviews
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated ability with application of design standards and procedures to design and develop moderately complex analog, digital and/or RF designs including simulations, schematics, PCB layouts and evaluation
- Demonstrated ability with electrical engineering tools
- Demonstrated knowledge of design impacts on manufacturability
Desired Qualifications:
- Previous work or internship experience with circuit design for consumer products
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Electrical/Design Engineer - Outdoor at Garmin's office in Cary, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing moderately complex electronic circuits, equipment, systems, and products.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Proficiently use troubleshooting and general EE tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, schematic design and PCB layout programs, etc.)
- May perform as a technical leader or Project Engineer for small projects or sub projects as part of a greater project, following established procedures
- Design test boards and circuit modifications to test design improvements
- Source and analyze appropriate components to meet electrical engineering design needs
- Test circuits designed by other engineers and document the test results
- Find technical root cause and suggest corrective action for given problems
- Work with the factory team to understand design impacts on manufacturability
- Estimate level of effort, evaluate new options of similar technology, offer suggestions to improve processes, and provide comments and suggestions on some electrical design aspects in design reviews
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated ability with application of design standards and procedures to design and develop moderately complex analog, digital and/or RF designs including simulations, schematics, PCB layouts and evaluation
- Demonstrated ability with electrical engineering tools
- Demonstrated knowledge of design impacts on manufacturability
Desired Qualifications:
- Previous work or internship experience with circuit design for consumer products
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
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Electrical Design Engineer Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ampere Computing4
- Apple2
- Cadence Design Systems2
- Garmin2
- Gaylor Electric2
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware16
- Manufacturing5
- Technology & Software4
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Energy2
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical design engineer jobs across North Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or SolidWorks Electrical
- Experience with schematics, wiring diagrams, and single-line diagram creation
- Knowledge of NEC, IEC, or UL standards relevant to the industry
- Two or more years of hands-on electrical design or drafting experience
- Professional Engineer licensure or active pursuit of PE certification preferred
Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical design engineer jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 27+ electrical design engineer openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Durham, Cary, and Morrisville. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do electrical design engineers make in North Carolina?
Electrical design engineers in North Carolina earn a median of about $110,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,800 for the lowest 10% to over $203,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most electrical design engineer jobs?
Durham, Cary, and Morrisville have the most electrical design engineer openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire electrical design engineers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring electrical design engineers in North Carolina include Ampere Computing, Apple, and Cadence Design Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote electrical design engineer jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 37% of electrical design engineer openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for electrical design engineer jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to electrical design engineer jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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