Entry Level Electrical Engineer Jobs
New grad electrical engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like PAE Consulting Engineers, KLA, and WSP hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
ROLE
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise. Electrical Engineers are core to KLA’s technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Electrical Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background. Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join KLA’s multidisciplinary engineering team developing electrical systems for advanced semiconductor equipment. We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical Engineer who enjoys taking designs from concept through production and solving challenging system-level problems. You’ll focus on AC/DC power distribution, electrical system integration, and cable assembly design, working on systems ranging from low-voltage DC through 480 VAC three-phase power. Experience with PLC-based controls, industrial networking, and machine safety is a plus.
- Design and develop AC/DC power distribution systems, electrical modules, and integrated subsystems.
- Design systems ranging from low-voltage DC through 120-480 VAC single- and three-phase power.
- Perform electrical engineering analysis, including load calculations, circuit and wire sizing, voltage drop, protection-device selection, power dissipation, and load balancing.
- Design cable assemblies and wiring harnesses, including wire sizing, connector selection, pinouts, shielding, grounding, and routing requirements.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable drawings, BOMs, specifications, and test procedures.
- Select components such as circuit breakers, fuses, contactors, relays, power supplies, connectors, terminal blocks, and power distribution hardware.
- Apply applicable standards and design practices, including NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 79, IPC, SEMI, and IEC.
- Own designs through requirements, concept development, detailed design, prototype, testing, qualification, and manufacturing release.
- Troubleshoot electrical and system-level issues in the lab and support equipment integration.
- Collaborate with mechanical, software, systems, safety, manufacturing, and supplier engineering teams.
- Support PLC-based controls, safety interlocks, and industrial communication systems as needed.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience or a strong technical foundation in AC/DC power distribution and electrical system design.
- Experience developing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable assemblies, or wiring harnesses.
- Understanding of electrical component selection and circuit protection.
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, and system integration.
- Ability to translate system requirements into safe, reliable, manufacturable, and serviceable electrical designs.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and technical ownership skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- 480 VAC three-phase power distribution and industrial electrical systems.
- Electrical design for industrial machinery, automation, or semiconductor capital equipment.
- Cable and harness design, including connectors, pinouts, shielding, grounding, and production drawings.
- AutoCAD, Creo, or similar engineering design tools.
- PLC-based controls, including Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens SIMATIC, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000/Logix, or equivalent.
- Machine safety systems, including safety PLCs, emergency-off circuits, interlocks, safety relays, and safety I/O.
- Industrial networking such as PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, CAN, or DeviceNet.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70/NEC, NFPA 79, IEC, IPC, or SEMI standards.
- Domestic and international travel may be required based on business needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with 0 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with 2 years of relevant experience.
ABOUT KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
TOTAL REWARDS
Base Pay Range: $76,300.00 - $129,700.00
KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
USE OF AI STATEMENT
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.
INTRODUCTION
To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
ROLE
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise. Electrical Engineers are core to KLA’s technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Electrical Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background. Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join KLA’s multidisciplinary engineering team developing electrical systems for advanced semiconductor equipment. We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical Engineer who enjoys taking designs from concept through production and solving challenging system-level problems. You’ll focus on AC/DC power distribution, electrical system integration, and cable assembly design, working on systems ranging from low-voltage DC through 480 VAC three-phase power. Experience with PLC-based controls, industrial networking, and machine safety is a plus.
- Design and develop AC/DC power distribution systems, electrical modules, and integrated subsystems.
- Design systems ranging from low-voltage DC through 120-480 VAC single- and three-phase power.
- Perform electrical engineering analysis, including load calculations, circuit and wire sizing, voltage drop, protection-device selection, power dissipation, and load balancing.
- Design cable assemblies and wiring harnesses, including wire sizing, connector selection, pinouts, shielding, grounding, and routing requirements.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable drawings, BOMs, specifications, and test procedures.
- Select components such as circuit breakers, fuses, contactors, relays, power supplies, connectors, terminal blocks, and power distribution hardware.
- Apply applicable standards and design practices, including NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 79, IPC, SEMI, and IEC.
- Own designs through requirements, concept development, detailed design, prototype, testing, qualification, and manufacturing release.
- Troubleshoot electrical and system-level issues in the lab and support equipment integration.
- Collaborate with mechanical, software, systems, safety, manufacturing, and supplier engineering teams.
- Support PLC-based controls, safety interlocks, and industrial communication systems as needed.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience or a strong technical foundation in AC/DC power distribution and electrical system design.
- Experience developing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable assemblies, or wiring harnesses.
- Understanding of electrical component selection and circuit protection.
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, and system integration.
- Ability to translate system requirements into safe, reliable, manufacturable, and serviceable electrical designs.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and technical ownership skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- 480 VAC three-phase power distribution and industrial electrical systems.
- Electrical design for industrial machinery, automation, or semiconductor capital equipment.
- Cable and harness design, including connectors, pinouts, shielding, grounding, and production drawings.
- AutoCAD, Creo, or similar engineering design tools.
- PLC-based controls, including Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens SIMATIC, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000/Logix, or equivalent.
- Machine safety systems, including safety PLCs, emergency-off circuits, interlocks, safety relays, and safety I/O.
- Industrial networking such as PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, CAN, or DeviceNet.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70/NEC, NFPA 79, IEC, IPC, or SEMI standards.
- Domestic and international travel may be required based on business needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with 0 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with 2 years of relevant experience.
ABOUT KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
TOTAL REWARDS
Base Pay Range: $76,300.00 - $129,700.00
KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
USE OF AI STATEMENT
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.
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Entry Level Electrical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level electrical engineer job?
Entry level electrical engineer roles reward candidates who can show hands-on work, even from coursework or internships. Employers at this stage look for fundamentals in circuit design, CAD tools, and relevant software. A project portfolio that demonstrates practical problem-solving gives new candidates a clear edge, and any co-op or internship experience, even part-time, signals job readiness to hiring managers.
Which companies hire entry level electrical engineers?
Companies hiring entry level electrical engineers right now include PAE Consulting Engineers, KLA, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring covers defense contractors, utilities, consumer electronics manufacturers, and engineering consulting firms, all of which regularly build out junior teams from new graduates and candidates early in their careers.
Are there remote entry level electrical engineer jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level electrical engineer roles are on-site due to lab and hardware requirements. About 24% of entry level electrical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to focus on design, simulation, or testing work that can be completed without physical access to equipment.
Are these new grad electrical engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior electrical engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward its requirements, or accepts a portfolio of academic or personal projects in place of professional history. Searching for junior or new grad roles alongside entry level broadens your results at this stage.
Which industries hire the most entry level electrical engineers?
Entry Level electrical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the junior level because they rely on ongoing product development, infrastructure buildout, and hardware testing cycles that benefit from bringing in new engineers who can grow with expanding project teams.