Entry Level Computer Engineer Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is seeking to fill multiple full-time Entry Level Staff/Project Engineer positions to support a myriad of clients and exciting projects, with level of responsibility matched to relevant experience. The open positions would be at Elzly’s Reston, VA office. Elzly is a growing consulting-engineering firm that provides technical and subject matter expertise for the prevention and control of corrosion. Our services include assisting our clients with field investigations of corrosion phenomena, research and testing of materials, developing training materials, and development of specifications. Culturally, we focus on providing our customers a valuable service while creating an enjoyable and professional organization, allowing employees maximum opportunity to express their individual talents and participate in professional development activities through in-house, hands‑on, formal training, and certifications.

• A successful candidate will work with other technical staff on various projects for the Department of Defense and other government and commercial clients. Projects the Engineer will immediately support tangibly improve military readiness by addressing and preventing corrosion on air, ground, and sea weapons systems, naval vessels as well as infrastructure assets.
• Duties vary by project assignment; examples include assisting with field inspections and demonstrations, proof of concept testing, research/literature reviews, data entry/analysis, development of presentations, specification writing, design of prototype devis, and project management/oversight.
• As the successful candidate gains experience at Elzly, they can expect increasing levels of technical and management responsibility on larger and more complex projects, and more client interaction (position responsibilities and compensation will be commensurate with successful candidate’s level of experience).

• Travel will be required and varies by job assignment (expected minimum of 33%) – required.
  • Travel will be local (greater Delaware, Maryland, Virginia area) and nationwide, with the possibility of international travel based on work assignments.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and be willing to pursue (or have) a Government security clearance – required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science – required.
• Entry level to up to 5 years of experience are being considered.
• Experience with industrial coating application and/or inspections and cathodic protection (CP) design and/or inspection – desired.
• Experience in corrosion, coatings, or materials science in addition to prior Military experience – highly desired.
• Candidates must have excellent written and/or verbal communication skills; writing samples will be requested if not submitted with the resume – required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in addition to the ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently, including in a remote environment – required.
• The candidate should have demonstratable experience with the use of basic hand tools and familiarity with electronic and mechanical systems, and laboratory test equipment – highly desired.
• Experience with LabVIEW, CAD/3D modeling, Minitab, computer programming, and electronic circuitry – desired.

This position at Elzly will be performed primarily at our Reston, VA office, as well as at our customer’s facilities and other off-site locations (e.g., military installations, bridges/highway structures, etc.). Elzly has a telework structure that may be offered to motivated individuals and self‑starters commensurate with the ability of the candidate to work independently and effectively in a remote environment. The expectation is that a majority of the work for this position will take place in one of our offices, or at our client sites allowing the successful candidate to work collaboratively with other Elzly staff.

Salary range: $70,000-$100,000 annually with comprehensive benefits package. Salary is based on experience and position level.

Close, distance, color, and depth vision, manual dexterity (to handle small objects, instruments, or gages), ability to adjust focus, comfortable working at heights and working from a ladder or lift occasionally, ability to safely lift 20 pounds, walk on uneven ground or terrain, work in confined spaces, crawl for extended periods of time, enter 24 inch diameter space, hear, work outside (including inclement weather), wear a respirator, speak and smell.

Elzly offerscompetitive pay, great benefits, including two fantastic retirement plans (ESOP & 401K), andis a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. The employees of KTA are proud to be a 100% employee‑owned company voted a 2024 Top Workplace in Pittsburgh! KTA is a company run with family‑inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued. The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other, the company and our clients successful. We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long‑lasting business relationships. We are committed to helping you take your career to a new and exciting level. At KTA, you’ll work, learn from, and become one of the best in the industry.

KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of KTA‑Tator, Inc. (KTA).

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