Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs

Electrical Engineering Technician jobs are open across defense, manufacturing, utilities, and telecommunications, from entry-level to senior technician, with specializations in circuit design, test and measurement, and power systems. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

Find JobsLooking for remote work? View remote electrical engineering technician jobs →Student or new grad? View electrical engineering technician internships →

Overview

Open roles1,257+
Top stateTexas
Top employerWSP
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type52% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

Showing 5 of 1,257+ Electrical Engineering Technician jobs

M
Electrical Engineering Technician V
We won't show you this job again
M
New 5h ago
Electrical Engineering Technician V
Magee Technologies
Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
$70 - $74/hr
High school diploma or GED

Have you applied for this role?

L3Harris
Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineering
We won't show you this job again
L3Harris
New 5h ago
Senior Specialist, Electrical Engineering
L3Harris
Rochester, New York
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$93k - $172k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Kiewit Corporation
Electrical Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering
We won't show you this job again
Kiewit Corporation
New 6h ago
Electrical Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering
Kiewit Corporation
Lenexa, Kansas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

S
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Electrical Engineering)
We won't show you this job again
S
New 6h ago
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Electrical Engineering)
Samsung HME America Inc
Danvers, Massachusetts
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$110k - $140k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Have you applied for this role?

REV Robotics
Electrical Engineering INTERN
We won't show you this job again
REV Robotics
New 6h ago
Electrical Engineering INTERN
REV Robotics
Carrollton, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$18 - $22/hr

Have you applied for this role?

Top Cities Hiring Electrical Engineering Technicians

Explore electrical engineering technician openings in the cities hiring most right now.

See All 1,257+ Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs

Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs

Electrical Engineering Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • WSP
    WSP70
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell54
  • L3Harris
    L3Harris38
  • Amazon
    Amazon35
  • Sargent & Lundy
    Sargent & Lundy33

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing33
  • Consulting & Professional Services19
  • Automotive15
  • Education13
  • Energy4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical engineering technician jobs.

  • Associate degree in electrical or electronics technology or a related technical field
  • Proficiency with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
  • Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
  • Familiarity with programmable logic controllers and industrial automation systems
  • Knowledge of electrical safety standards including NFPA 70E and OSHA lockout/tagout procedures
  • Certified Electronics Technician credential or equivalent industry certification preferred

Tips for Your Electrical Engineering Technician Job Search

Tailor your resume to the discipline

Employers in defense and utilities look for different skills than those in consumer electronics. Customize your resume's skills section to reflect the specific instruments, software, and systems relevant to each posting, whether that's oscilloscopes, PLCs, or RF test equipment.

List certifications prominently near the top

Certifications like CET or an associate degree from an ABET-accredited program often act as filters before a human reads your resume. Put them in a dedicated section near your contact info so hiring managers and applicant tracking systems catch them immediately.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists electrical engineering technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your test equipment

Roles that list specific tools you've used, like LabVIEW, Fluke meters, or spectrum analyzers, are the ones where your application stands out. Filtering for those keywords saves time and puts you in front of employers who already value what you know.

Prepare a hands-on technical walkthrough

Many electrical engineering technician interviews include a bench test or a scenario where you're asked to troubleshoot a circuit on a whiteboard. Practice explaining your diagnostic process out loud, step by step, the way you'd walk a junior tech through it on the job.

Negotiate on shift differential and overtime

In manufacturing and utilities, base pay is often less flexible than shift premiums, on-call rates, and overtime structure. Ask about those specifics during the offer stage rather than accepting a flat number that doesn't reflect the hours the role actually requires.

Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most electrical engineering technicians?

The companies hiring the most electrical engineering technicians right now include WSP, Burns & McDonnell, and L3Harris, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Defense contractors, utilities, and large manufacturers tend to post the most volume consistently.

How many electrical engineering technician jobs are remote?

About 48% of electrical engineering technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than many technical roles because the work typically requires hands-on access to equipment. Sub-areas like technical writing, CAD drafting support, and firmware test documentation tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.

How do you become an electrical engineering technician?

Start by completing an associate degree in electrical, electronics, or electromechanical technology from an accredited program, which gives you foundational coursework in circuits, digital systems, and instrumentation. From there, pursue entry-level roles or internships where you can build hands-on experience with test equipment and schematics. Earning a Certified Electronics Technician credential demonstrates competency to employers and helps you move past automated screening filters.

Can you get hired as an electrical engineering technician with little experience?

Yes, entry-level electrical engineering technician roles exist specifically for candidates with an associate degree and limited field experience. Employers in manufacturing and defense often hire recent graduates and train them on proprietary systems. Emphasize any lab coursework, internships, or personal projects involving circuit building, wiring, or test equipment, since demonstrated hands-on exposure matters more than years on a resume at the entry level.

What does the electrical engineering technician interview process look like?

Most interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on your background, the types of equipment you've worked with, and your familiarity with relevant safety standards. An in-person or practical round often follows, which may include a bench troubleshooting exercise, a schematic reading task, or scenario-based questions about how you'd isolate a fault. Some employers also ask about your experience with documentation and how you handle discrepancies between a diagram and a physical system.

Where can I find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs?

You can find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.

See All 1,257+ Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs

Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs