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Electrical Engineer - Nuclear

Columbia, AL · On-site

$97K - $126K/yr

Key Responsibilities Electrical System Design & Engineering * Assist in preparing and overseeing electrical power system design * Develop and review: * Scope documents * Schedules and budgets

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How much do electrical engineering assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for electrical engineering assistant in the United States is $31.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $37.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an electrical engineering assistant do?

An Electrical Engineering Assistant supports engineers in designing, testing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment. Their tasks may include preparing technical drawings, conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting with project documentation. They often work with computer-aided design (CAD) software and laboratory instruments to help ensure projects meet specifications and safety standards. This role is essential for streamlining engineering processes and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electrical engineering assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electrical Engineering Assistant, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, circuit analysis, and technical drawing, often supported by an associate degree or relevant coursework. Familiarity with CAD software, electrical testing equipment, and industry standards such as NEC is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you excel in supporting engineering projects and collaborating with engineers. These skills and qualifications are vital for ensuring accurate technical support, efficient project execution, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

What is the difference between Electrical Engineering Assistant vs Electrical Technician?

AspectElectrical Engineering AssistantElectrical Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate degree or diploma in electrical engineering or related fieldVocational training or diploma in electrical technology
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, labs, and project planningFieldwork, installation, and maintenance sites
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, construction, manufacturingConstruction, maintenance, industrial facilities

Electrical Engineering Assistants typically support engineering projects through design, documentation, and analysis, often working in office environments. Electrical Technicians focus on hands-on installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance in the field. Both roles require technical training, but their daily tasks and work settings differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Engineering Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,624 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Electrical Engineering Assistant-Intern

Coldwater, OH • On-site

Lincoln Electric
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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$16 - $24/hr

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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.

Location: Coldwater 
Req ID: 29728 

Pay range:  $16 - $24

Job Responsibilities

Position Summary: Assist Electrical Project Engineers and Designers in completing their assigned tasks.
                                   
Role qualifications:
•    Must be familiar with Company quality objectives and play an active role in reaching continuous improvement objectives.
•    Focus on design and development.

Position responsibilities:
•    Component and/or schematic drawing creation.
•    Assist in creating and assembling Service Manuals.
•    Revising and updating of drawings.
•    Provide technical assistance to Estimating, Sales, Production and Service as required.
•    Provide assistance to other departments (Service, Shop, etc.) as required.
•    Work well with Machine Builders/Electricians, Management, and support functions.

Job Requirements

Essential skills and experience:
•    High School Degree or GED or attending skills trade school.
•    Pursuing a Technical or Bachelor Degree
•    Commitment to company values
•    Educational, training, and experience requirements may be modified at the Managements Team’s discretion

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    Physical demands:  While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  Repetition with activity; computer work. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  
•    Work environment:  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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