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Lya Collective

Electrical Engineer

Athens, TX

$90K - $120K/hr

Support laboratory and flow stand testing activities; assist with product validation and ... Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline. * Minimum of 5 years ...

Alstom

Testing Engineer

West Mifflin, PA · On-site

Candidates may include new graduates (Electrical Engineering) with internships or up to ~5 years of ... testing, * Defining test strategies, coverage, and acceptance criteria aligned with product ...

Alstom

Testing Engineer

West Mifflin, PA

Candidates may include new graduates (Electrical Engineering) with internships or up to ~5 years of ... testing, * Defining test strategies, coverage, and acceptance criteria aligned with product ...

Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Testing Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering * 2 plus years of experience as a Software Engineer, or Hardware Testing Engineer required. * Legal ...

Peregrine Team

Electrical Engineer II

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Electrical Engineer II will support the design, testing, and integration of electrical systems within engineering and manufacturing environments. Responsibilities * Design and develop electrical ...

Motorola

Testing Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering * 2 plus years of experience as a Software Engineer, or Hardware Testing Engineer required. * Legal ...

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How much do electrical testing engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical testing engineer in the United States is $111,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Electrical Testing Engineer vs Electrical Maintenance Technician?

AspectElectrical Testing EngineerElectrical Maintenance Technician
CertificationsElectrical Engineering Degree, Testing Certifications (e.g., ISTQB, NEC)Electrical Certification, Trade or Technical School Certification
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, testing facilities, industrial sitesFactories, power plants, maintenance workshops
Job FocusTesting electrical systems, ensuring compliance, troubleshootingMaintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical equipment

Electrical Testing Engineers primarily focus on testing and validating electrical systems to ensure safety and compliance, often working in labs or industrial environments. Electrical Maintenance Technicians handle routine maintenance and repairs of electrical equipment on-site. While both roles require electrical knowledge, Testing Engineers emphasize testing procedures and standards, whereas Maintenance Technicians focus on operational upkeep.

What are some typical challenges Electrical Testing Engineers face when coordinating with cross-functional teams during project delivery?

Electrical Testing Engineers often collaborate with design, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure that electrical systems meet all specifications and safety standards. A common challenge is managing communication gaps and aligning testing schedules with project timelines, especially when multiple departments have differing priorities. Proactive planning, regular status meetings, and clear documentation are essential to minimize misunderstandings and keep projects on track. Successfully navigating these dynamics not only helps deliver high-quality systems but also builds strong professional relationships across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Electrical Testing Engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as an Electrical Testing Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering principles, circuit analysis, and instrumentation, usually supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with testing equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and specialized software such as AutoCAD or LabVIEW is commonly expected. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for diagnosing issues and reporting findings. These competencies ensure accurate testing, reliable results, and seamless collaboration within engineering teams, directly impacting product quality and safety.

What does an Electrical Testing Engineer do?

An Electrical Testing Engineer is responsible for designing, conducting, and analyzing tests on electrical systems, components, and equipment to ensure they meet safety, quality, and performance standards. They develop testing procedures, troubleshoot issues, and document results. Their work helps identify problems early, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve product reliability. Electrical Testing Engineers often collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to implement improvements based on test findings.
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Infographic showing various Electrical Testing Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,091 per year, or $53.4 per hour.
Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer

Oglethorpe Power Corporation

Rincon, GA • On-site

$104K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

We are currently in search of an Electrical Engineer or Senior Engineer who will be based onsite at our combined cycle plant, the Bobby C. Smith plant in Rincon, Georgia.
Electrical Engineer
The Electrical Engineer provides fleet engineering, Subject Matter Expertise, and technical support for the power systems and electrical equipment used at Oglethorpe Power Corporation's (OPC) power generating facilities. This includes low, medium, and high voltage switchgear; motor controls center apparatus; segmented, non-segmented, and isophase bus work; digital protective relays; large electric generators; and generator step up and auxiliary transformers.
  • Competency, knowledge, and experience are required in "industry standard" electrical testing with the preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance with the associated power systems and electrical equipment.
  • The incumbent shall be responsible for the OPC's fleet wide NERC PRC and MOD electrical testing program and related reporting to enable compliance with NERC/SERC standards.
  • The incumbent will provide subject matter expertise with the design, selection, modification, and replacement of digital protective relays for plant power systems and electrical equipment.
  • As a member of the Technical Services team, the incumbent will also provide engineering support for the review of drawings, specifications, and design memoranda for generation projects in development or under construction.

Job Duties:
  • Subject Matter Expertise with technical support and engineering for power plant electrical systems and electrical equipment
  • Planning the scope for plant electrical systems and electrical equipment with planned maintenance outages.
  • Oversee and/or perform the electrical testing and inspections with predictive and preventive maintenance programs for OPC's power plants.
  • Serve as the OPC technical advisor with defining and standardizing the predictive and preventive maintenance programs (CMMS/Maximo) for power plant electrical systems and equipment across the OPC fleet.
  • Provide Subject Matter Expertise with technical review for design of new power plant systems or modifications to existing power plant systems with the review and comment of drawings, specifications, design memoranda, and service contracts/agreements.
  • Provide engineering support to ensure OPCs compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. This includes NERC PRC and MOD electrical testing program and related reporting to enable compliance with NERC/SERC standards.

Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology (preferably BSEE) - Technical and business knowledge of generating plant operation, performance and economics.
Experience:
  • 5+ years minimum engineering and five years minimum preventive and predictive maintenance experience in an operating commercial electric power generating plant required, including planning, budgeting, preventive and predictive maintenance and maintenance analysis.

Specialized Skills:
  • Creativity
  • Ability to organize and manage time well and to work with autonomy.
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Strong oral and written communication abilities
  • Good technical and business analytical skills
  • PC fluency
  • Ability to work directly with Plant Manager and senior plant staff.

Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications: Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred and valid driver's license that meets the insurance requirements under Oglethorpe Power's Drivers Qualification Program.
Travel: 40%
Unusual hours required of this position: The generating plants operate on a 24-hour basis. At their discretion, the incumbent may elect to remain on site around the clock during forced outages, maintenance outages, or to attend plant meetings which occur outside normal office hours. The incumbent is on-call 24 hours in the event of incidents that affect the operation, rating, or reliability of the Corporation's generating assets.
Senior Engineer
The Sr. Engineer will oversee Electrical Testing and Predictive/Preventive Maintenance Programs at plants owned/operated or contracted to operate by Oglethorpe Power. The incumbent will be responsible for planning such efforts as major generator outages at Oglethorpe Plants and the design, selection, and implementation of new control systems at Oglethorpe Plants. The incumbent will help with planning, reviewing, and monitoring annual electrical inspections and draft annual reports on facilities owned/operated or contracted to operate by Oglethorpe Power. The incumbent will provide business, administrative, and technical support for plant managers and other personnel as needed, including the design of new plant systems or modifications to existing plant systems, planning, budgeting, and performance analysis for facilities owned/operated or contracted to operate by Oglethorpe Power. The incumbent will help in the procedure writing of actual plant procedures to enable compliance with NERC/SERC standards such as reactive power validation. As a member of Technical Services, the incumbent will also provide services, such as reviewing drawings, specifications, design memoranda, etc. to generation projects in development or under construction.
Job Duties:
  • Planning such efforts as major equipment outages and coordinating the design, selection and installation of major new equipment and systems
  • Oversee Electrical Testing and Predictive/Preventive Maintenance Programs at plants owned/operated or contracted to operate by Oglethorpe Power.
  • Review and monitor annual electrical inspections at facilities owned/operated or contracted to operate by Oglethorpe Power
  • Serve as the OPC technical expert on electrical power engineering and predictive and preventive maintenance
  • Provide business, administrative, and technical support for plant managers and other personnel as needed, including the design of new plant systems or modifications to existing plant systems, planning, budgeting, and performance analysis for facilities operated and maintained by OPC
  • Provide services, such as the review of drawings, specifications, design memoranda, etc., to generation projects in development or under construction.
  • Provide engineering support to ensure the Corporation's compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. This shall include technical evaluation of work required to comply with the Standards, performance and/or oversight of work required, evidence generation, procedure development, etc.

Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology (preferably BSEE) - Technical and business knowledge of generating plant operation, performance and economics.
Experience: This position is a Senior Engineer level position. 10+ years minimum engineering and five years minimum preventive and predictive maintenance experience in operating commercial electric power generating plant, including planning, budgeting, preventive and predictive maintenance and maintenance analysis.
Specialized Skills:
  • Creativity
  • Ability to organize and manage time well and to work with autonomy
  • Good interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication abilities
  • Good technical and business analytical skills
  • PC proficiency
  • Ability to work directly with Plant Manager and senior plant staff

Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications: Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred and valid driver's license that meets the insurance requirements under Oglethorpe Power's Drivers Qualification Program. Level II Thermographer or Level II Vibration Analyst certification desired.
Travel: 40%
Unusual hours required of this position: The generating plants operate on a 24-hour basis. At his or her discretion, the incumbent may elect to remain on site around the clock during forced outages, maintenance outages, or to attend plant meetings which occur outside normal office hours. The incumbent is on 24-hour call in the event of incidents that affect the operation, rating, or reliability of the Corporation's generating assets.

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