Auburn, AL · On-site
$61K - $78K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or ... Engineer, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, entry-level, driven Equal Opportunity Employer ...
Auburn, AL · On-site
$61K - $78K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or ... Engineer, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, entry-level, driven Equal Opportunity Employer ...
$36.3K - $44.6K
5% of jobs
$44.6K - $52.9K
10% of jobs
$58.1K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$52.9K - $61.2K
16% of jobs
$61.2K - $69.5K
18% of jobs
The median wage is $70.2K / yr.
$69.5K - $77.8K
12% of jobs
$77.8K - $86.1K
11% of jobs
$89.3K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$86.1K - $94.4K
10% of jobs
$94.4K - $102.7K
7% of jobs
$102.7K - $111K
5% of jobs
$111K - $119.3K
3% of jobs
$119.3K - $127.6K
3% of jobs
$36.3K
$77.3K
$127.6K
An entry-level engineer performs a variety of tasks as part of their job. In this career, your main duties are to design, build, and test electronics, electrical systems, and electrical equipment, such as electric motors or navigation systems. Some electrical engineers design new industrial products, while others work on improving existing systems of products. You are responsible for creating all the standards and specifications, such as manufacturing blueprints, which the production staff reads and carries out. You also ensure that all systems or products meet safety and design standards.
| Aspect | Entry Level Electrical Engineer | Electrical Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering | Associate degree or technical certification |
| Work Environment | Design, development, and testing of electrical systems | Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Engineering firms, manufacturing, power generation | Construction, maintenance, and repair services |
While both roles involve electrical systems, Entry Level Electrical Engineers focus on designing and analyzing electrical projects, often requiring a bachelor's degree. Electrical Technicians typically handle installation and maintenance tasks with technical certifications. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path based on their skills and credentials.
$61K - $78K/yr
Full-time
Posted 11 days ago
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Come build your career with Donaldson! We're looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer I for our Auburn, AL facility. This is an intermediate-level engineering role, evaluates and introduces process and product modifications, standards, and improvements through knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes, while increasing product quality, output, and cost effectiveness for the corporation.
On-Site:Qualified candidates must be able toworkan on-site schedule at ourAuburn, ALfacility.
Role Responsibilities:
Monitors and modifies equipment to ensure safety and efficiency in the production line. Implements corrective actions
Reviews and verifies accuracy of existing procedures and bill of materials
Negotiates final design to ensure manufacturability and product requirements
Conducts testing and evaluation of products and processes
Conducts studies for process and product improvements
Develops and analyzes testing procedures to anticipate any potential process or product failure
Conducts studies to improve plan layout, production line efficiency and production line control
Contributes to product failure mode and effects analyses
Manage product or process development projects
Collaborates on technical program objectives and product specifications that meet marketing and manufacturing needs
Recommends and employs new equipment
Provide technical support to developers to ensure manufacturability of developed products and processes
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
1 year of related professional engineering work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience and interest in hands-on engineering concepts, for production tooling, production changes, and process engineering. Evidenced by prior work experience, internships, co-ops, student clubs or hobbies.
Ability to work with people from multiple disciplines to successfully accomplish project goals (project management leadership).
Makes use of good judgment and decision-making abilities.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.
Strong understanding of DFA/DRM and lean principles.
Working knowledge of business acumen and financial management.
Relocation:Thisposition is not eligible for relocationassistance.
Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:
Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.
Key words: Engineer, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, entry-level, driven
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans
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