About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

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

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What You’ll Do

As an Engineer I supporting a confidential client in the Engineering industry, you will contribute to the research, design, development, testing, and implementation of electronic products used in smart metering and related systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to move concepts from prototype to production while following engineering specifications and quality standards.

• Research, design, develop, and modify electronic components, devices, and systems for smart water metering applications
• Build prototypes and validate designs against engineering specifications
• Plan, run, and document test procedures and interpret test data
• Evaluate components for availability, performance, reliability, and cost
• Conduct feasibility studies and failure analyses to improve product robustness
• Collaborate with Research & Engineering, Marketing, Quality, and Operations teams to support product development and launch
• Support project schedules and budgets and communicate status to stakeholders

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (or international equivalent)
• 0–3 years relevant experience (internships and co-ops count)
• Working knowledge of analog and digital circuit design
• Experience with CAD/drafting tools for schematic/layout or related documentation
• Basic understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and common software/programming languages used in embedded systems

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Preferred / Nice-to-have

• Hands-on experience building and debugging prototypes
• Experience with failure modes/failure analysis and root-cause investigation
• Familiarity with smart metering or IoT hardware and communications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
• Practical experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators)

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Compensation

• Estimated base salary: $89,051 per year (estimated). Actual pay may vary based on experience, location, and qualifications.

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Location & Work Authorization

• Location: Tallassee, AL (on-site or site-specific as required)
• Confidential client does not sponsor U.S. work authorizations for this position, including H‑1B, O‑1 and TN. Confidential client also does not sponsor individuals in F‑1 status for this role.

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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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