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Exempt Electrical Engineer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Controls Engineer

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

Salary, Exempt Position is located onsite in Cincinnati Position Summary The Controls Engineer is ... Support electrical controls design including schematics, panel layouts, and controls documentation

Controls Engineer

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

Salary, Exempt **Position is located onsite in Cincinnati** Position Summary The Controls Engineer ... Support electrical controls design including schematics, panel layouts, and controls documentation

RF Engineer

Dayton, OH ยท On-site

R2/R3 - Exempt Advertised: September 24, 2025 Applications close: Position Summary: Are you a ... Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field - A minimum ...

RF Engineer

Dayton, OH ยท On-site

R2/R3 - Exempt Advertised: September 24, 2025 Applications close: Position Summary: Are you a ... Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field - A minimum ...

Substation Engineer

Independence, OH ยท On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Standard First Shift (Full-Time, Exempt) Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year + Bonus (commensurate ... Lead end-to-end physical and electrical design for utility and industrial substations ranging from ...

PROJECT ENGINEER

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$85 - $110/hr

PROJECT ENGINEER Regular Full-Time Exempt 4 Cincinnati, OH, US 1 Attachments 6 days ago Requisition ... Coordinate engineering design activities involving mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation ...

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Position Profile Full-time / Exempt Reporting Relationships The PLC Programming Engineer reports to ... Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent. Skills and ...

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How much do exempt electrical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for exempt electrical engineer in Ohio is $105,614.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,900.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an exempt electrical engineer?

An exempt electrical engineer is a professional who designs, develops, tests, and supervises the manufacturing of electrical equipment, systems, and components. The term 'exempt' refers to their employment status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning they are typically salaried and not eligible for overtime pay. Exempt electrical engineers usually perform specialized or supervisory duties that require advanced knowledge and education. Their work environment may include offices, laboratories, or industrial sites, and they often collaborate with other engineers and technical staff. To qualify as exempt, they must meet specific criteria related to their job responsibilities and level of decision-making authority.

What are some typical challenges exempt electrical engineers face when working on multidisciplinary projects?

Exempt Electrical Engineers often collaborate with professionals from various disciplines, such as mechanical, civil, and software engineering. One common challenge is effectively communicating technical requirements and design constraints across different specialties, which may have unique terminologies and priorities. Coordinating project timelines and ensuring all components integrate seamlessly can require strong project management and teamwork skills. Staying adaptable and open to feedback is essential for overcoming these hurdles and delivering successful project outcomes.

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

To thrive as an Exempt Electrical Engineer, a solid background in electrical engineering principles, circuit design, and a relevant engineering degree (often with a Professional Engineer license) is essential. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools like SPICE, and industry standards such as IEEE are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help engineers collaborate and innovate in team settings. These competencies enable engineers to design safe, reliable electrical systems and ensure compliance with regulations and project requirements.

What are the most commonly searched types of Electrical Engineer jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Electrical Engineer jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Exempt Electrical Engineer jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Exempt Electrical Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Exempt Electrical Engineer job openings in Ohio as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,614 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

Engineering Intern (Electrical) Fall 2026

Hyliion

Cincinnati, OH โ€ข On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Internship

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Hyliion is committed to creating innovative solutions that enable clean, flexible and affordable electricity production. The Company's primary focus is to develop distributed power generators that can operate on various fuel sources to future-proof against an ever-changing energy economy.

Job Purpose

This Electrical Engineering Intern will support the advancement of electrical systems for our KARNO generator technology within the R&D division in Milford, Ohio (Cincinnati area). As part of our dynamic team, the intern will gain hands-on exposure to the design and development of electrical sub-systems and components for our innovative KARNO generator technology, working alongside experienced engineers to build practical, real-world engineering experience. The intern will work hands-on and on-site alongside engineers on the build, integration, and test of our newest electrical system, with assignments spanning wire harness build and design improvement, control panel testing, and bench testing of our latest printed circuit boards.

AI at Hyliion

At Hyliion, AI is core to how we work. We equip every team member with leading AI tools and count on you to use them — to move faster, solve harder problems, and help us realize the full potential of KARNO technology for the world.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist with detailed design of electrical system schematics, wiring harnesses, custom circuit hardware and control modules for our innovative generator system.
  • Support production change management process by identifying and implementing engineering improvements to on-going production builds.
  • Work in the R&D lab and Hyliion generator test site with hands-on support of system prototypes and production hardware.
  • Design and build one-off electrical test boxes for generation integration efforts
  • Integrate next-gen engineering builds and own the documentation package for the installation and testing of those builds.
  • Work on the analysis, design, simulation and testing of electronic circuits for our next-generation electrical systems for the KARNO generator
  • Support mechanical packaging and system design to support electrical/thermal requirements.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, needed, or required for the business.

Qualifications

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications include:

  • Education, Experience and Certifications
    • Currently working towards their bachelor's in electrical or computer engineering.
    • No prior work experience is required, but strong understanding of relevant electrical engineering concepts through demonstration of school projects and/or home projects is required.
  • Required Skills and Abilities
    • Understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles.
    • Coursework or project exposure to electrification systems (batteries, motors, inverters, PDUs, embedded controllers) is a plus.
    • Coursework or project exposure to packaging electronic components and interpreting electrical manufacturing documentation
    • Coursework or project exposure to troubleshooting electronic systems
    • Coursework or project exposure to schematic and/or PCB design tools like AutoCAD and/or Altium Designer
    • Understanding and interest in high-voltage electrical systems
    • Familiarity with electrical system modeling and simulation using tools like MATLAB-Simulink, PSPICE, or LTSPICE.
    • Familiarity with 3D modeling tools
    • Approaches a problem with a smile and excitement.
    • Collaborative personality with a willingness to learn and adapt.
    • Proven ability to cross-collaborate with individuals of all walks of life and experiences.
    • Humbled by the engineering principles and the unknowns of the world.
    • Strong sense of what it means to be a self-starter with demonstrated personal ownership and creative vision
    • Good problem solving and good communication skills, excellent numeracy and spatial awareness.
    • Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.

Role Classification and Working Conditions

This is an hourly, non-exempt-level position. This position typically works in an office environment; and given the nature of our business is also exposed to operations/warehouses/production environments.

Physical/Other Requirements

  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
  • Ability to travel, as needed, by plane, automobile, etc.
  • Follow safety procedures for testing and handling high-voltage electrical systems.

We are not accepting candidates that need sponsorship for this role at this time.

Benefits:

  • Medical Plans, with PPO or HDHP options
  • Dental Plans, with buy-up option
  • Vision Plan
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plans, with buy-up options
  • Short Term Disability, paid for by the company
  • Long Term Disability, paid for by the company
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401k/Roth 401k
  • Voluntary Accident Plans
  • Voluntary Critical Illness Plans
  • Hospital Indemnity Plan

Hyliion is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, veteran status. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to otherwise participate in the employment selection process, please direct your inquires to Hyliion's human resources department at HR@hyliion.com.