Electrical Engineer Jobs in San Jose, CA
Electrical Engineer jobs in San Jose are concentrated in Silicon Valley's core, with demand running strong across semiconductor design, power systems, and RF/hardware engineering. Employers hiring right now include Jacobs, archer, and Renesas, clustered in North San Jose, Downtown, and the Alviso corridor. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Location: Santa Clara, CA | In-office
- Perform electrical circuit assignments for facility systems.
- Analyze and validate electrical loading for:
- Switchboards
- Distribution boards
- Panel boards
- Support power distribution across multiple buildings.
- Develop and review electrical layouts using CAD/BIM tools.
- Collaborate as with multi-disciplinary teams in active environments.
- Help maintain safe, reliable and efficient electrical system operations.
- Bachelor's or Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 3+ years of related electrical engineering experience.
- Experience with SKM PTW or similar power analysis tools.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role
Ideally, you’ll also have:
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
- Experience with Revit or other BIM tools.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Fast learner with a growth mindset.
- Local candidates preferred.
- Travel may be required.
- Field work includes walking, climbing ladders, and active construction environments.
At Jacobs, we’re committed to improving the lives and communities through innovative, sustainable solutions. We’re driven by collaboration, technical excellence, and a passion for solving some of the world’s most complex challenges - together.
#LI-TD1 #afelectronics
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $75,600.00 to $135,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on June 01, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Location: Santa Clara, CA | In-office
- Perform electrical circuit assignments for facility systems.
- Analyze and validate electrical loading for:
- Switchboards
- Distribution boards
- Panel boards
- Support power distribution across multiple buildings.
- Develop and review electrical layouts using CAD/BIM tools.
- Collaborate as with multi-disciplinary teams in active environments.
- Help maintain safe, reliable and efficient electrical system operations.
- Bachelor's or Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 3+ years of related electrical engineering experience.
- Experience with SKM PTW or similar power analysis tools.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role
Ideally, you’ll also have:
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
- Experience with Revit or other BIM tools.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Fast learner with a growth mindset.
- Local candidates preferred.
- Travel may be required.
- Field work includes walking, climbing ladders, and active construction environments.
At Jacobs, we’re committed to improving the lives and communities through innovative, sustainable solutions. We’re driven by collaboration, technical excellence, and a passion for solving some of the world’s most complex challenges - together.
#LI-TD1 #afelectronics
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $75,600.00 to $135,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on June 01, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Electrical Engineer Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a electrical engineer job in San Jose?
The strongest path into San Jose's market is targeting semiconductor, defense electronics, and clean energy companies, which drive the bulk of local openings. North San Jose and the Great Mall area host dense clusters of hardware and chip design firms. Candidates with hands-on PCB layout, FPGA development, or power electronics experience stand out, and networking through IEEE Silicon Valley Section events gives a meaningful edge over online applications alone.
Which companies hire electrical engineers in San Jose?
San Jose electrical engineer roles are posted by Jacobs, archer, and Renesas and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The city draws a wide mix of large semiconductor foundries, defense contractors with local campuses, and early-stage hardware startups, giving electrical engineers options at every career stage.
Are there remote electrical engineer jobs in San Jose?
Yes, though remote work is less common for electrical engineers than for purely software-focused roles, since much of the work involves lab testing, prototype builds, and hardware validation that requires being on-site. About 100% of electrical engineer openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, largely covering systems-level modeling, simulation, and technical program management rather than hands-on bench work.
How can I get a electrical engineer job in San Jose with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with one of San Jose's semiconductor or defense electronics firms, many of which run structured new-grad programs. Roles like test engineer, hardware validation technician, or junior RF engineer regularly open to candidates with a B.S. and strong lab coursework. Building familiarity with tools like Cadence or Altium Designer before applying gives a concrete advantage with San Jose hiring managers who expect tool fluency from day one.
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