Electrical Engineer Salary Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Posting expires: July 20, 2026

Salary: $87,943.45

General Description and Classification Standards

Designs, develops, tests, and supervises the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial or industrial use. This is an experienced, professional-level position capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the profession with minimal guidance or review. Employee performs highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting work involved with electrical systems. Performs electrical work in a number of areas including pumps, motors, VFD's and PLC's. Work involves technical applications of electrical principles. This is a fully seasoned skilled level capable of independently carrying out most assignments typical of the discipline. 

Supervision Received

Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi- skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Provides technical support in the field when electrical and process control staff have problems identifying and/or repairing equipment. 
• Research finding submittal data and drawings for repair and installation of equipment and provides contractors with information to complete their projects. 
• Maintains and troubleshoots various motors found throughout the wastewater treatment plant. 
• Maintains and troubleshoots variable frequency drives and programmable logic controllers
• Installs, services, and repairs of all types of lighting fixtures, electrical panels, outlets, and wiring. Installs, repairs and services specialized electrical equipment and machinery.
• Constructs and maintains service equipment. Reads electrical circuit diagrams.
• Operates power hand tools and other specialized electrical equipment.
• Requisitions material and supplies from stockroom; calls vendors to discuss needs for parts and supplies and recommends purchases and suppliers.
• Transfers primary power from one power source to another utilizing transfer switches and tie breakers.
• Maintains efficient records on operations and activities; maintains plant safety records; maintains and record shipping and receiving of parcels; prepares a variety of reports on data; maintains records of plant function readings and equipment history; maintains preventative maintenance records and schedules. 
• Occasionally supervises other regular employees; duties include assigning and reviewing work.

Decision Making

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. May make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines. Make recommendations for equipment installations. 

Leadership Provided

Provides work group leadership, guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of electrical engineering theory, practice, and terminology. 
• Ability to apply Electrical Engineering knowledge to solve complex systems issues., 
• Knowledge of industrial electrical troubleshooting; knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment and systems used in the electrical trade; thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade; knowledge of computer logic and programming; knowledge of methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment; knowledge of safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment.
• Skilled in operating basic hand, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools; skilled in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely; ability to assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses; ability to make rough sketches; ability to estimate cost, time and materials of electrical work; ability to analyze and respond safely and appropriately to emergency situations; ability to perform preventive maintenance on switch gears and transformers; ability to read and comprehend plans and blueprints as appropriate to trade; ability to perform heavy physical labor; ability to train and direct the work of other classified staff in the area; ability to follow and give oral and written instructions; ability to maintain cooperative working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, and at least three (3) years of progressively responsible wastewater engineering experience in operations, maintenance, or construction. Additionally, relevant electrical experience as a Certified Licensed Electrician in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting is necessary.
• 10 years of related experience in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting.

Preferred Education & Experience

Licensures and Certifications

• Class II Unrestricted Electrical Contractor License 
• Valid State of Georgia driver's license required.
• Georgia Class B CDL license desirable.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, manual dexterity, and sensory capabilities are required to perform this job safely and successfully.

Subject to hazards associated with working in electrical rooms, around electrical equipment and other environmental conditions associated with this job.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.