Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs

Electrical Systems Engineer jobs are open across aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, and industrial manufacturing, from entry-level to principal and staff engineer, with specializations in power distribution, embedded systems, and avionics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

Find JobsLooking for remote work? View remote electrical systems engineer jobs →

Overview

Open roles467+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAnduril
Top cityIrvine, CA
Work type58% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

Showing 5 of 467+ Electrical Systems Engineer jobs

Battery Management Systems - Electrical Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Added 1d ago
Battery Management Systems - Electrical Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$145k - $218k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Controls and Electrical Systems Technician
We won't show you this job again
Added 1d ago
Controls and Electrical Systems Technician
Alto Products
Durham, North Carolina
Logistics & Inventory
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
On-Site
Associate's degree in electrical technology

Have you applied for this role?

Electrical Systems Technician - Mobile / Off-grid / Marine
We won't show you this job again
Added 1d ago
Electrical Systems Technician - Mobile / Off-grid / Marine
Vanlife Customs
Arvada, Colorado
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$26 - $38/hr

Have you applied for this role?

Electrical Engineer II (Power Systems)
We won't show you this job again
Added 2d ago
Electrical Engineer II (Power Systems)
Dennis Group
Salt Lake City, Utah
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
201-500

Have you applied for this role?

Engineer I, Electrical Systems Design
We won't show you this job again
Added 2d ago
Engineer I, Electrical Systems Design
Schneider Electric
Atlanta, Georgia
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Network Engineering
Systems Administration
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Top Cities Hiring Electrical Systems Engineers

Explore electrical systems engineer openings in the cities hiring most right now.

See All 467+ Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs

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

Find Jobs

Electrical Systems Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Anduril14
  • CDM Smith11
  • Schneider Electric9
  • Blue Origin8
  • Northrop Grumman8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing13
  • Consulting & Professional Services8
  • Electronics & Hardware7
  • Energy6
  • Science & Research4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical systems engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in CAD and schematic capture tools such as Altium or Cadence
  • Experience with systems engineering processes including requirements development and verification
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as MIL-STD, DO-160, or IEC standards
  • Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one for defense-sector roles
  • Experience with power systems analysis, signal integrity, or embedded hardware integration

Tips for Your Electrical Systems Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to system-level work

Hiring managers distinguish between component engineers and systems engineers fast. Lead with end-to-end deliverables: requirements traceability, interface control documents, and integration test results, not just the tools you used or the circuits you designed.

List certifications and clearances up front

Many electrical systems engineer roles in defense and aerospace require a security clearance or a Professional Engineer license. Put active clearances and certifications in a dedicated section near the top so recruiters don't miss them during a quick scan.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Filter openings by the right engineering standards

Job descriptions often bury the standards they actually require, such as MIL-STD-461, DO-160, or IEC 61508. Search for those standard numbers alongside your role title to surface openings where your specific compliance experience is a direct match.

Prepare a systems-level portfolio artifact

Bring one concrete artifact to interviews: a block diagram, a requirements matrix, or a test plan you authored. Electrical systems engineer interviews often pivot to design reviews, and a real document gives you a credible anchor for technical discussion.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary

Clarify whether the role owns requirements, integration, or both before accepting an offer. Scope defines career trajectory in systems engineering, and a narrower role at a higher base can still limit your path to a staff or principal position.

Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most electrical systems engineers?

The companies hiring the most electrical systems engineers right now include Anduril, CDM Smith, and Schneider Electric, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense primes, aerospace manufacturers, and energy infrastructure firms consistently account for the highest volume of postings.

How many electrical systems engineer jobs are remote?

About 42% of electrical systems engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines because hardware integration and lab access often require on-site presence. Sub-areas such as systems architecture, requirements management, and model-based design tend to offer the highest share of remote or hybrid arrangements.

How do you become an electrical systems engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline, then build hands-on experience in hardware integration, requirements traceability, or embedded systems through internships or junior roles. Earning a Professional Engineer license or a systems engineering certification strengthens your candidacy for senior positions. Deep familiarity with industry standards relevant to your target sector, such as aerospace, automotive, or energy, accelerates your path into dedicated systems engineering roles.

Can you get hired as an electrical systems engineer with little experience?

Yes, entry-level electrical systems engineer roles exist, particularly at defense contractors and large manufacturers that run structured engineering rotational programs. Candidates with strong academic project work, internship experience involving hardware-software integration, or documented exposure to requirements management tools are competitive. Emphasizing any coursework or capstone projects that involved cross-disciplinary system design helps bridge the gap between classroom and professional expectations.

What does the electrical systems engineer interview process look like?

Most processes begin with a recruiter screen focused on background and sector fit, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering systems design principles, standards knowledge, and past project experience. Finalists typically participate in a panel interview that may include a design exercise or informal design review using a real or hypothetical system. Some employers, particularly in defense, add a separate discussion focused on clearance eligibility and security responsibilities.

Where can I find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your experience level, specialization, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

See All 467+ Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs

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

Find Jobs