Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

Electrical Systems Engineer jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in defense electronics, aerospace, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and power infrastructure, with demand at every level from early-career to principal engineer. The busiest hiring metros are Newark, Princeton, and the Edison-Parsippany corridor, where established employers like L3Harris Technologies, Lockheed Martin, and Johnson & Johnson consistently bring on electrical systems engineers for both commercial and government programs. Power grid modernization and defense systems integration are among the most active specialties in the state right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerThea Energy
Top cityKearny, NJ
Cities hiring10
Work type33% Remote
Top industryEnergy

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Tetra Tech
Electrical Engineer (Communication Systems))
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Electrical Engineer (Communication Systems))
Tetra Tech
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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ZT Systems
Principal Systems Electrical Engineer - AI/Hyperscale Servers
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Principal Systems Electrical Engineer - AI/Hyperscale Servers
ZT Systems
Secaucus, New Jersey
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$116k - $194k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Yulista Management Services
Electrical Engineer II - Avionics Systems
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Electrical Engineer II - Avionics Systems
Yulista Management Services
Lakehurst, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Burns & McDonnell
Energy & Utilities Analyst - 1898 & Co., Power Systems Planning - Electrical (Morristown)
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Energy & Utilities Analyst - 1898 & Co., Power Systems Planning - Electrical (Morristown)
Burns & McDonnell
Morristown, New Jersey
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$90k - $135k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Marotta Controls
Electrical Engineering Intern, Space Systems (Summer 2027)
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Electrical Engineering Intern, Space Systems (Summer 2027)
Marotta Controls
Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$18 - $24/hr
On-Site
Military encouraged
501-1,000

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Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kearny
2 jobs
Rahway
1 job
Secaucus
1 job
Somerset
1 job
Lakehurst
1 job
Morristown
1 job
Piscataway
1 job
Bridgewater
1 job
Atlantic City
1 job

Electrical Systems Engineer Job Market in New Jersey

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

Who's Hiring

Thea Energy
Thea Energy2 open roles
AECOM
AECOM1 open role
Veeco
Veeco1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What New Jersey Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Active Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers
  • Experience designing and validating electrical systems for defense, aerospace, or industrial applications
  • Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, MATLAB, or Simulink
  • Familiarity with applicable standards including MIL-STD, IEC, or NEC as required by the role
  • Strong written communication skills for technical documentation, specifications, and design reviews

Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical systems engineer in New Jersey?

The most direct path starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer in Training status. After gaining supervised work experience, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam administered through the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors to obtain your Professional Engineer license, which many New Jersey defense and infrastructure employers require for senior roles.

How much do electrical systems engineers make in New Jersey?

Electrical systems engineers in New Jersey earn a median of about $125,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,630 for the lowest 10% to over $174,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire electrical systems engineers in New Jersey?

New Jersey electrical systems engineer roles are posted by Thea Energy, AECOM, and Veeco and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's concentration of defense contractors along the Route 1 corridor and its major pharmaceutical and utility employers means openings appear across a wide range of industries and project types.

Which New Jersey cities have the most electrical systems engineer jobs?

Kearny, Rahway, and Secaucus have the most electrical systems engineer openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors a dense cluster of aerospace and defense employers, Princeton draws engineering talent into pharmaceutical R&D and advanced systems work, and the Edison-Parsippany area hosts a mix of utility, manufacturing, and government-contractor offices that sustain consistent demand for electrical systems engineers.

Are there remote electrical systems engineer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they're limited, because much of the work involves physical systems, lab testing, and on-site integration that can't move fully remote. About 67% of electrical systems engineer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover design review, documentation, and systems modeling rather than hands-on build or test phases.

How can I get hired as a electrical systems engineer in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a co-op or internship with one of New Jersey's large defense or utility employers, which frequently recruit from Rutgers, NJIT, and Stevens Institute of Technology. Entry-level associate engineer and systems integration roles at contractors along the Route 1 corridor often accept new graduates, and candidates who pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and hold coursework in circuit design or controls stand out in those applicant pools.

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

You can find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Jersey openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit.

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