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Provide technical direction, troubleshooting support, programming assistance, and control system solutions for operations, maintenance, engineering, and hourly electrical personnel. * Coordinate the ...

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated candidate to work on a project team with other electrical engineers engaged in the ...

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated candidate to work on a project team with other electrical engineers engaged in the ...

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated candidate to work on a project team with other electrical engineers engaged in the ...

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering ABET accredited degree from university/college. * A minimum of 5 years of design engineering experience preferred. KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES * Thorough ...

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Electrical Engineer (6 month Contract) Sigma Design has collaborated with a leading defense ... The hourly range for this role is an estimate based on multiple factors, including experience ...

Electrical Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$60 - $89/hr

Electrical Engineer (6 month Contract) Sigma Design has collaborated with a leading defense ... The hourly range for this role is an estimate based on multiple factors, including experience ...

Electrical Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$60 - $89/hr

Electrical Engineer (6 month Contract) Sigma Design has collaborated with a leading defense ... The hourly range for this role is an estimate based on multiple factors, including experience ...

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How much do hourly electrical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly electrical 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 Hourly Electrical Engineer vs Electrical Technician?

AspectHourly Electrical EngineerElectrical Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering, licensing often requiredTechnical diploma or associate degree, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, project management, site supervisionInstallation, maintenance, troubleshooting, on-site repairs
Industry UsageConsulting firms, construction projects, industrial facilitiesManufacturing plants, maintenance departments, electrical service providers

Hourly Electrical Engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree and may require licensing, focusing on design and project oversight. Electrical Technicians usually have technical training and handle hands-on installation and repairs. Both roles are essential in electrical projects but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Electrical Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. 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 - All Mills

pca
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Packaging Corporation Of America rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Electrical Engineer

We are seeking resumes for a full-time Electrical Engineer. This application may lead to one of three potential job titles depending on mill needs: Electrical Reliability Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, or Process Controls Engineer. The primary responsibilities for each of these titles are detailed below.

Electrical Reliability Engineer

  • Work safely and support mill safety, environmental, quality, productivity, and electrical reliability expectations across assigned maintenance areas.
  • Provide technical direction, troubleshooting support, and problem-solving assistance for electrical equipment, systems, and maintenance issues.
  • Develop, manage, and improve electrical maintenance strategies, preventive and predictive maintenance programs, equipment tracking, rebuild programs, and documentation.
  • Support daily, monthly, and annual outage work through planning, scheduling, contractor coordination, training, spare parts planning, and field support.
  • Use equipment history, repair costs, root cause failure analysis, and operating data to reduce downtime, improve planning, and increase electrical equipment reliability.
  • Additional duties as assigned by management.

Electrical Project Engineer

  • Work safely and support mill safety, environmental, quality, productivity, and project execution expectations across assigned electrical projects.
  • Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, material requirements, equipment specifications, vendor coordination plans, and startup support plans.
  • Coordinate contractors, vendors, maintenance, operations, engineering, and other mill resources to support safe, efficient, on-time project execution.
  • Analyze electrical processes, equipment performance, repair history, and cost information to identify improvement opportunities and support reliable, cost-effective operations.
  • Additional duties as assigned by management.

Process Control Engineer

  • Work safely and support mill safety, environmental, quality, productivity, and control system reliability expectations across assigned process control areas.
  • Provide technical direction, troubleshooting support, programming assistance, and control system solutions for operations, maintenance, engineering, and hourly electrical personnel.
  • Coordinate the planning, programming, maintenance, and improvement of mill PLC, distributed control, quality control, HMI, and related process control systems.
  • Analyze process and control system performance to reduce costs, improve quality, minimize process variation, increase production, and improve equipment reliability.
  • Support process improvement and capital projects through system design, installation, startup, technology implementation, control tuning, and collaboration with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
  • Additional duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications:

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology or related field
  • 0-4 years of experience in electrical engineering
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Must have valid driver’s license
  • Experience using Auto Cad, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Project

Preferred

  • Familiarity with instrumentation and controls systems
  • Experience in related fields or co-op/internships in paper industry
  • Students that sign up for interviews during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days at the schools listed below will be given first consideration. *

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

  • Ability to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers.
  • Ability to exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
  • Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity, and change.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
  • Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.
  • Ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities.
  • Strong planning and follow up skills.
  • Excellent people and process management skills.

* Currently a member of the paper foundation at the following schools: Auburn University, Georgia Tech University, University of Maine, Miami University (Ohio), University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, NC State University, SUNY ESF, University of Washington – Seattle, Western Michigan University, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, or currently enrolled at any State University or Technological University in the following states: AL, FL, GA, IL, ID, LA, MI, MN, MS, NC, ND, OH, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI.

Completing this application makes you eligible for consideration at any of PCA’s 10 mill locations as follows:

  • Counce, TN
  • Deridder, LA
  • Filer City, MI
  • International Falls, MN
  • Jackson, AL 
  • Massillon, OH
  • Riverville, VA
  • Tomahawk, WI

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