Senior Level Electrical Engineer Jobs

Senior level electrical engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of technical direction, system architecture, and the projects or teams that bring complex designs to life. Roles are 19% remote or hybrid, concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with Walbridge, Affiliated Engineers, and DLR hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles1,800+
Top stateTexas
Top employerWalbridge
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type81% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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EnerSys
Senior Electrical Engineer
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EnerSys
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Senior Electrical Engineer
EnerSys
Commack, New York
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$125k - $155k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Formlabs
Electrical Engineering Manager
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Formlabs
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Electrical Engineering Manager
Formlabs
Boston, Massachusetts
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
$160k - $195k/yr
201-500

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AbbVie
Senior Electrical Engineer, Combination Product Development
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AbbVie
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Combination Product Development
AbbVie
North Chicago, Illinois
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$97k - $184k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Brookhaven National Laboratory
Electrical Engineering Design and Integration Manager
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Brookhaven National Laboratory
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Electrical Engineering Design and Integration Manager
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Upton, New York
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Program Management
$136k - $218k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Garg Consulting Services, Inc.
Senior Electrical Engineer, P.E. (Transportation/Transit - Lighting & Facility Power)
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Garg Consulting Services, Inc.
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Senior Electrical Engineer, P.E. (Transportation/Transit - Lighting & Facility Power)
Garg Consulting Services, Inc.
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$160k - $210k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Senior Level Electrical Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Walbridge
    Walbridge110
  • Affiliated Engineers
    Affiliated Engineers79
  • DLR
    DLR47
  • HDR
    HDR41
  • WSP
    WSP36

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services612
  • Construction & Real Estate437
  • Manufacturing126
  • Technology & Software108
  • Energy83

Senior Level Electrical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level electrical engineer job?

Target roles that explicitly list system-level ownership, cross-functional leadership, or mentoring responsibilities, then make sure your resume reflects those contributions rather than just task execution. Employers at this level look for engineers who have driven a design from concept to production, resolved ambiguous technical problems independently, and influenced decisions beyond their immediate team. A portfolio of delivered systems and clear examples of technical leadership give you a strong edge.

Which companies hire senior level electrical engineers?

Companies hiring senior level electrical engineers right now include Walbridge, Affiliated Engineers, and DLR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of defense contractors, industrial manufacturers, consumer electronics firms, and engineering consultancies that need engineers who can own complex programs end to end.

Are there remote senior level electrical engineer jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by discipline and employer. About 19% of senior level electrical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common in roles tied to lab work, hardware validation, or on-site manufacturing support. Fully remote positions tend to appear more often in systems engineering, power grid consulting, and embedded firmware-heavy roles.

What makes an electrical engineer role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task complexity alone. Expectations shift to setting technical direction, making architecture decisions that shape the whole system, and being accountable for project outcomes. Most senior roles also include mentoring junior and mid-level engineers, leading design reviews, and collaborating directly with product, operations, or customer stakeholders on requirements and tradeoffs.

Which industries hire the most senior level electrical engineers?

Senior level electrical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their programs involve long development cycles, high system complexity, and strict regulatory or reliability standards that require engineers who can own designs and guide teams through the full product lifecycle.