Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Washington

Electrical engineering technician jobs in Washington represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in aerospace manufacturing, defense electronics, and utility infrastructure, with openings at every level from entry-level bench technician through senior field specialist. The heaviest hiring is in the Seattle metro, Tacoma, and the Tri-Cities area, where companies like Boeing, PACCAR, and the Bonneville Power Administration maintain large technical workforces. The most in-demand specialties are avionics testing, power systems, and embedded electronics support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles42
Top employerAmazon
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring16
Work type67% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Electrical Engineering Supervisor
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Electrical Engineering Supervisor
King County, WA
Seattle, Washington
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
Cybersecurity
$161k - $195k.8/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Senior Product Manager - Tech, Electrical Products and Services, Data Center Engineering
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Senior Product Manager - Tech, Electrical Products and Services, Data Center Engineering
Amazon.com
Seattle, Washington
Product Management
Program Management
Project Management
$151k - $205k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Senior Technical Manager - Electrical Engineering
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Senior Technical Manager - Electrical Engineering
WSP
Seattle, Washington
Automation QA
Engineering (Non-Software)
$120k - $213k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Sr. Product Design Engineer, LV Power Distribution, Data Center Engineering, Electrical Products and Services
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Sr. Product Design Engineer, LV Power Distribution, Data Center Engineering, Electrical Products and Services
Amazon.com
Seattle, Washington
Project & Program Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$137k - $185k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Electrical Engineering and Operations Manager - Light Department
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Electrical Engineering and Operations Manager - Light Department
City of Centralia
Centralia, Washington
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$11k - $13k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
11-50

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Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bellevue
4 jobs
Bothell
3 jobs
Redmond
3 jobs
Richland
3 jobs
Everett
2 jobs
Vancouver
2 jobs
Spokane Valley
2 jobs
Camas
1 job

Electrical Engineering Technician Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Amazon7 open roles
IMEG2 open roles
Meta2 open roles

What Washington Employers Look For

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

  • Associate degree in electrical engineering technology or electronics from an accredited program
  • Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal analyzers
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
  • Familiarity with National Electrical Code standards and Washington State electrical safety regulations
  • Experience with programmable logic controllers, industrial control systems, or avionics test benches
  • CompTIA A+ or IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification preferred by Washington aerospace and defense employers

Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical engineering technician in Washington?

Most Washington employers require an associate degree in electrical engineering technology, electronics technology, or a closely related field from a community or technical college. Washington does not issue a state license specifically for electrical engineering technicians, but many roles in aerospace and defense require a security clearance or company-specific certification. Completing a program at institutions like Bellingham Technical College, Renton Technical College, or Shoreline Community College positions candidates well for entry-level roles across the state.

How much do electrical engineering technicians make in Washington?

Electrical engineering technicians in Washington earn a median of about $93,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,440 for the lowest 10% to over $127,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire electrical engineering technicians in Washington?

Employers hiring electrical engineering technicians in Washington right now include Amazon, IMEG, and Meta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's concentration of aerospace, defense, and public utility employers means demand remains consistent year-round, particularly in the Puget Sound corridor.

Which Washington cities have the most electrical engineering technician jobs?

Seattle, Bellevue, and Bothell have the most electrical engineering technician openings in Washington. Seattle and its surrounding suburbs dominate because of Boeing's commercial aircraft operations and a dense cluster of defense contractors, while the Tri-Cities area draws consistent demand from the Hanford Site's energy and environmental remediation projects.

Are there remote electrical engineering technician jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of electrical engineering technician openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, hardware-focused nature of most roles in the state. The portions of the work most suited to remote arrangements are documentation review, CAD drawing interpretation, and technical report writing rather than lab or field assignments.

How can I get hired as a electrical engineering technician in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree program at a Washington community or technical college, then applying directly to co-op or apprenticeship programs that Boeing, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, and the Bonneville Power Administration run for recent graduates. Entry roles with titles like electronics technician assistant, test equipment operator, or production technician frequently feed into full technician positions. Holding an IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification or an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate gives candidates a measurable edge with Washington's aerospace employers.

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

You can find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across aerospace, defense, utilities, and manufacturing. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.

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