Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Missouri
Electrical Engineering Technician jobs in Missouri are steadily active, with strong demand concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, utilities and power infrastructure, and industrial automation across the state. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield are the primary hiring metros, with established employers like Boeing, Emerson Electric, and Ameren consistently bringing on technicians at entry, mid-level, and senior tiers. Instrumentation and controls, electrical systems testing, and PLC programming are the specialties showing the most consistent openings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.
Our Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Engineering (Distribution) Intern to work out of our Saint Louis, MO office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. As a summer intern, you have the opportunity to participate in our 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
Your Impact
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal of developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Electrical Engineering
- Work under the guidance of experienced engineers on distribution design
- Assist with data collection and engineering consulting services
- Support distribution planning, coordination, sectionalizing, and arc-flash studies for Medium Voltage systems
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Consulting Engineering, Electric Utility industry, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited engineering degree or related Masters program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Retail
- Manufacturing
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical engineering technician jobs across Missouri.
- Associate degree in electrical engineering technology or a closely related technical field
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing equipment, multimeters, and oscilloscopes
- Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
- Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial control systems operation
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification commonly expected for manufacturing and utility roles
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code as applied in Missouri industrial settings
Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical engineering technician in Missouri?
Most Missouri employers expect at minimum an associate degree in electrical engineering technology or electronics technology from an accredited institution such as a Missouri community college or technical school. Missouri does not require a state license specifically for electrical engineering technicians, but candidates who earn a national certification through ABET-accredited programs or hold an electronics technician credential from ISCET or ETA International stand out in competitive applicant pools, particularly for utility and defense positions.
How much do electrical engineering technicians make in Missouri?
Electrical engineering technicians in Missouri earn a median of about $72,120 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,480 for the lowest 10% to over $103,240 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical engineering technicians in Missouri?
Missouri electrical engineering technician roles are posted by WSP, Burns & McDonnell, and IMEG and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Missouri's concentration of aerospace, defense, and utility employers means openings appear steadily throughout the year rather than seasonally.
Which Missouri cities have the most electrical engineering technician jobs?
St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield lead Missouri in electrical engineering technician openings right now. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the bulk of demand through their large aerospace, defense, and utilities sectors, with major anchor employers headquartered or operating significant facilities there, while Springfield supports openings through regional manufacturing and energy distribution operations.
Are there remote electrical engineering technician jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical engineering technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical access to equipment, test benches, and production environments. About 80% of electrical engineering technician openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve documentation, design review, or technical support functions rather than direct equipment work.
How can I get hired as a electrical engineering technician in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree at a Missouri technical college such as State Technical College of Missouri or a community college with an electronics or electrical technology program, then targeting internship or co-op roles with Missouri utilities like Ameren or manufacturers like Emerson Electric that run structured new-grad programs. Entry-level titles like electronics technician assistant, maintenance technician trainee, or test technician associate serve as common starting points, and earning an ETA International certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.
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