Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in Indiana
Electrical systems engineer jobs in Indiana are actively hiring, with strong demand concentrated in defense manufacturing, automotive systems, and industrial automation across the state. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend are the primary hiring centers, with major employers like Raytheon Technologies, General Motors, and Cummins maintaining substantial engineering workforces in Indiana. The most in-demand specialties include power distribution systems, embedded controls, and systems integration for both aerospace and heavy manufacturing applications, with openings at mid-level and senior grades leading the market. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.This position is responsible for performing troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair of electrical, fire detection, communication, and building automation systems on campus.
- Performs troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical systems (power, lighting, and backup power) across campus.
- Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains building automation system components, instruments, and controls.
- Installs and maintains data/communications system components.
- Maintains fire detection systems.
- Performs maintenance and repair activities on building system components that are electrical in nature: motors, variable frequency drives, switches, instruments, etc.
- Coordinates electrical system work with outside contractors for projects or large scopes of work.
- Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
- Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
- Diversity Oriented - Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences, encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders, including being mindful of experiences related, but not limited to: age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, LGBTQ, and/or job type.
- Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
- Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
- Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
- Systems Analysis - Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
- Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
- Minimum of High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
- Vocational training and/or a degree in electrical, electronic, telecommunication, or instrument/controls technology is preferred.
Experience:
- Working knowledge of residential and commercial electrical building systems is desirable.
- Minimum three (3) years related experience in installation and maintenance of residential and commercial electrical systems is required.
- Experience with low voltage systems preferred. (Data/communication, fire system, HVAC controls, etc.)
Communication/Language:
- Ability to read, listen to and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write and communicate simple correspondence. Excellent oral communication skills are required.
Math Ability:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Computer Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, G-Mail, Google, Outlook.
- Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Ability to learn and effectively use ADP time keeping system.
Other Requirements:
- Working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC).
- Working knowledge of electrical safety protocol and OSHA requirements such as arc flash prevention, live electrical work, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Ability to read and follow blueprints, shop drawings, and as-built drawings.
- Ability to communicate effectively within leadership, technician, and client audiences.
- Ability to produce a quality work product in a prompt, safe and efficient manner.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Ability to work without supervision and shift work priorities; deal appropriately with multiple deadlines.
- Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Willingness to seek out and work with peers to determine and apply best practices.
- Demonstrated capability to handle competing priorities in a complex environment and communicate progress against project requirements.
- Must be willing to work as a team member in a broader institutional setting to achieve divisional goals and objectives.
- Possesses a commitment to the values associated with a nationally respected, liberal arts educational environment.
- Attend training sessions and/or seminars to maintain or enhance skills that may be required for the successful operation of Facilities Management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands Lift/Carry
Stand C (Constantly)
Walk C (Constantly)
Sit O (Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering F (Frequently)
Reach Outward F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)
Climb F (Frequently)
Crawl O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)
Bend F (Frequently)
10 lbs or less F (Frequently)
11-20 lbs F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)
51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less F (Frequently)
13-25 lbs F (Frequently)
26-40 lbs N (Not Applicable)
41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements:
- Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception, Color)
- Hearing (Auditory perception, or audition)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Working in and around university buildings. Exposure to hazardous conditions includes working with electricity, hot water, low pressure steam, natural gas, and working from heights.
We are proud to recognize the active participation of faculty and staff in adding to the heritage of building and supporting vibrant, intellectual and creative lives for students and for ourselves. Principles of collaboration, respect for each other, diversity, freedom of expression, accountability and service guide the daily decisions and interactions across campus.
DePauw University, in affirmation of its commitment to excellence, endeavors to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in its hiring, promotion, compensation and admission procedures. Institutional decisions regarding hiring, promotion, compensation and admission will be based upon a person’s qualifications and/or performance without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, gender identity or gender expression, except where religion, gender, or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification.
DePauw University’s goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence, DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local, state, and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits, hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits.
Employee Benefits Overview
There are many benefits offered to DePauw Employees.
For full time benefits eligible employees these benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance . Basic Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University. Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their dependents. Additional voluntary benefits , Tuition Remission and Exchange , as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits. See the Benefits Hub.
All employees may participate in the retirement savings plan , as well as employee discounts and access to University resources.
At DePauw, we recognize that our employees need to balance work and home. Please refer to University Policies for Vacation Time , Personal Time (hourly) and Sick Time policies in the Employee Handbook for more information on these and other benefits. When you need support, the Cigna Employee Assistance benefit is available to all employees and their households.
ENJOY ACCESS TO THE AMAZING FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS DEPAUW UNIVERSITY HAS TO OFFER, SUCH AS:
- Welch Fitness Center and wellness classes
- Indoor Tennis and Track Center
- University Libraries
- Peeler art galleries
- Green Center for the Performing Arts events and programs
- Ubben lecture series
- Free athletic events
- Bookstore and Starbucks (Greencastle) discounts
- Employee discounted meal plan
- Free parking
- Nature park, including walking and biking trails
- Personal duplicating and printing discounts
EEO is the law.
DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.This position is responsible for performing troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair of electrical, fire detection, communication, and building automation systems on campus.
- Performs troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical systems (power, lighting, and backup power) across campus.
- Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains building automation system components, instruments, and controls.
- Installs and maintains data/communications system components.
- Maintains fire detection systems.
- Performs maintenance and repair activities on building system components that are electrical in nature: motors, variable frequency drives, switches, instruments, etc.
- Coordinates electrical system work with outside contractors for projects or large scopes of work.
- Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
- Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
- Diversity Oriented - Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences, encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders, including being mindful of experiences related, but not limited to: age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, LGBTQ, and/or job type.
- Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
- Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
- Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
- Systems Analysis - Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
- Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
- Minimum of High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
- Vocational training and/or a degree in electrical, electronic, telecommunication, or instrument/controls technology is preferred.
Experience:
- Working knowledge of residential and commercial electrical building systems is desirable.
- Minimum three (3) years related experience in installation and maintenance of residential and commercial electrical systems is required.
- Experience with low voltage systems preferred. (Data/communication, fire system, HVAC controls, etc.)
Communication/Language:
- Ability to read, listen to and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write and communicate simple correspondence. Excellent oral communication skills are required.
Math Ability:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Computer Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, G-Mail, Google, Outlook.
- Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Ability to learn and effectively use ADP time keeping system.
Other Requirements:
- Working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC).
- Working knowledge of electrical safety protocol and OSHA requirements such as arc flash prevention, live electrical work, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Ability to read and follow blueprints, shop drawings, and as-built drawings.
- Ability to communicate effectively within leadership, technician, and client audiences.
- Ability to produce a quality work product in a prompt, safe and efficient manner.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Ability to work without supervision and shift work priorities; deal appropriately with multiple deadlines.
- Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Willingness to seek out and work with peers to determine and apply best practices.
- Demonstrated capability to handle competing priorities in a complex environment and communicate progress against project requirements.
- Must be willing to work as a team member in a broader institutional setting to achieve divisional goals and objectives.
- Possesses a commitment to the values associated with a nationally respected, liberal arts educational environment.
- Attend training sessions and/or seminars to maintain or enhance skills that may be required for the successful operation of Facilities Management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands Lift/Carry
Stand C (Constantly)
Walk C (Constantly)
Sit O (Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering F (Frequently)
Reach Outward F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)
Climb F (Frequently)
Crawl O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)
Bend F (Frequently)
10 lbs or less F (Frequently)
11-20 lbs F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)
51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less F (Frequently)
13-25 lbs F (Frequently)
26-40 lbs N (Not Applicable)
41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements:
- Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception, Color)
- Hearing (Auditory perception, or audition)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Working in and around university buildings. Exposure to hazardous conditions includes working with electricity, hot water, low pressure steam, natural gas, and working from heights.
We are proud to recognize the active participation of faculty and staff in adding to the heritage of building and supporting vibrant, intellectual and creative lives for students and for ourselves. Principles of collaboration, respect for each other, diversity, freedom of expression, accountability and service guide the daily decisions and interactions across campus.
DePauw University, in affirmation of its commitment to excellence, endeavors to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in its hiring, promotion, compensation and admission procedures. Institutional decisions regarding hiring, promotion, compensation and admission will be based upon a person’s qualifications and/or performance without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, gender identity or gender expression, except where religion, gender, or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification.
DePauw University’s goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence, DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local, state, and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits, hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits.
Employee Benefits Overview
There are many benefits offered to DePauw Employees.
For full time benefits eligible employees these benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance . Basic Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University. Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their dependents. Additional voluntary benefits , Tuition Remission and Exchange , as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits. See the Benefits Hub.
All employees may participate in the retirement savings plan , as well as employee discounts and access to University resources.
At DePauw, we recognize that our employees need to balance work and home. Please refer to University Policies for Vacation Time , Personal Time (hourly) and Sick Time policies in the Employee Handbook for more information on these and other benefits. When you need support, the Cigna Employee Assistance benefit is available to all employees and their households.
ENJOY ACCESS TO THE AMAZING FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS DEPAUW UNIVERSITY HAS TO OFFER, SUCH AS:
- Welch Fitness Center and wellness classes
- Indoor Tennis and Track Center
- University Libraries
- Peeler art galleries
- Green Center for the Performing Arts events and programs
- Ubben lecture series
- Free athletic events
- Bookstore and Starbucks (Greencastle) discounts
- Employee discounted meal plan
- Free parking
- Nature park, including walking and biking trails
- Personal duplicating and printing discounts
EEO is the law.
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Electrical Systems Engineer Job Market in Indiana
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical systems engineer jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency with systems engineering tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent modeling software
- Experience designing or integrating electrical systems for automotive, defense, or industrial applications
- Familiarity with relevant standards including MIL-STD, SAE, or IEEE specifications common in Indiana industries
- Ability to hold or obtain a U.S. security clearance for roles supporting Indiana defense contractors
- Strong documentation skills including schematic development, test plans, and systems requirements traceability
Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical systems engineer in Indiana?
Most electrical systems engineer roles in Indiana require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Indiana does not mandate a Professional Engineer license for most private-sector positions, but earning a PE through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency strengthens candidacy for senior roles. Candidates seeking defense or government work often need security clearance eligibility in addition to their degree.
How much do electrical systems engineers make in Indiana?
Electrical systems engineers in Indiana earn a median of about $102,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,290 for the lowest 10% to over $152,480 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical systems engineers in Indiana?
Employers hiring electrical systems engineers in Indiana right now include V2X, SAIC, and Amatrol, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's defense, automotive, and heavy equipment sectors drive the bulk of consistent openings at established engineering employers across the state.
Which Indiana cities have the most electrical systems engineer jobs?
Indianapolis, Crane, and Warsaw have the most electrical systems engineer openings in Indiana. Indianapolis anchors demand through its defense contractors and advanced manufacturing base, while Fort Wayne and South Bend draw openings from automotive suppliers and industrial equipment manufacturers with large engineering facilities in those metros.
Are there remote electrical systems engineer jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of electrical systems engineer openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on lab work, hardware integration, and on-site testing limit full remote arrangements. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work include systems modeling, documentation, and requirements analysis.
How can I get hired as a electrical systems engineer in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a co-op or internship program at one of Indiana's large engineering employers, particularly in the automotive or defense sectors where Raytheon Technologies, Cummins, and General Motors all recruit students from Purdue University and Indiana University. Entry-level titles such as junior systems engineer or electrical design associate are common starting points, and earning an EIT credential through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency gives candidates a measurable edge over peers.
Where can I find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings across defense, automotive, and industrial employers. Search the listings for roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience level and specialization.
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