About Careertakes

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Role Overview

Our confidential client is seeking an Entry‑Level Electrical Engineer for a contract‑to‑hire opportunity based in South Bend, IN. This hands‑on role supports the design, development, and implementation of custom electrical and control-system solutions for industrial and commercial customers. Candidates with a strong electrical engineering foundation, AutoCAD experience, and a willingness to learn across multi‑discipline projects are encouraged to apply.

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What You’ll Do

• Develop electrical designs, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation for customer projects
• Create and revise engineering drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD tools
• Support integration of electrical and control systems into customer‑specific solutions
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and operations teams to meet project objectives and schedules
• Apply industry standards, engineering principles, and applicable electrical codes to design work
• Participate in design reviews, produce revision updates, and assist with design validation
• Troubleshoot and help resolve technical challenges during project execution
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for engineering processes and product designs

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
• Entry‑level / early‑career candidates welcome
• AutoCAD experience (2D electrical drafting preferred)
• GPA of 3.0+ preferred
• Demonstrated ability to read and create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Strong problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work onsite in South Bend, IN (this role is fully onsite)

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Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have

• Internship or co‑op experience focused on electrical design or engineering
• Familiarity with 3D CAD platforms (Inventor, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Exposure to electrical control systems or PLC integration
• Basic understanding of relevant industry codes and standards

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Pay & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $33.65 - $37.50 / hour (Contract to Hire)
• If eligible, benefits available for this temporary role may include:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital plans
  • 401(k) retirement (pre‑tax and Roth)
  • Voluntary life & AD&D insurance
  • Short and long‑term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off (PTO) / vacation / sick leave

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Location & Workplace

• This position is fully onsite in South Bend, IN.
• Contract‑to‑hire arrangement; final employment by the confidential client upon successful conversion.

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Legal & Hiring Notes

• This posting follows applicable U.S. federal and state hiring laws. Candidates located in specific jurisdictions may have extra protections (for example, city or state fair‑chance rules or restrictions on polygraph use).
• The confidential client and Careertakes are committed to reasonable accommodations. If you need a modification to the application or interview process due to a disability, please request assistance through the Careertakes platform.
• Our hiring process may use AI tools to assist with screening. AI assists reviewers but does not replace human decision‑making; final hiring decisions are made by people.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.