About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Electrical Design Engineer I will support the design, development, and documentation of aerospace electronic products for our confidential client. This entry-level engineering role is focused on learning engineering processes, contributing to new product development tasks, and supporting sustaining engineering activities under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Assist in the design and development of electronic components, PCB assemblies, and electro-mechanical systems for aerospace applications
• Support PCB layout activities under supervision using approved CAD/PCB tools
• Review and interpret customer specifications and assist in preparing basic engineering documentation
• Perform preliminary engineering calculations, simple analyses, and component selection
• Support testing and troubleshooting of electrical assemblies to verify performance and compliance
• Assist with development of work instructions, procedures, and engineering change documentation
• Participate in design reviews and learn Lean Product Development methods
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality and reduce waste

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Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field with 0–5 years of electronics design experience (internships/co‑ops acceptable); OR 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and PCB design fundamentals
• Exposure to CAD/PCB tools such as Altium Designer or AutoCAD (coursework acceptable)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working on-site in Waynedale, IN; must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer (no visa sponsorship available)

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Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Requires close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, along with depth perception and focus adjustment
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds
• Work performed in an air‑conditioned environment with consistently low noise levels
• Typical schedule: Mon–Fri, first shift

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $82,000 – $91,000 per year
• Eligible for bonus, 401(k) matching, paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, and health & wellness benefits
• Salary determined by non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, training, skills, and abilities

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Additional Information

• Confidential Client follows a Drug-Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy; job offers are contingent on a pre-employment drug screen. Safety-sensitive positions may be subject to random testing.
• This position is with a confidential client in the aerospace/engineering industry. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; confidential client is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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