Entry Level Computer & Electrical Engineer Electrical
This entry-level electrical engineering role at Confidential Client involves designing, integrating, testing, and supporting advanced electrical instrumentation and control systems for U.S. Navy nuclear reactors on submarines and aircraft carriers. The position requires collaboration with Navy personnel, shipyards, and vendors to ensure mission-critical shipboard systems meet the highest standards of safety and reliability. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to next-generation submarine technology and gain experience in a highly specialized and impactful engineering environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level electrical engineering role supporting the design, integration, testing, deployment, and support of shipboard electrical instrumentation and control systems. As an early-career engineer you will contribute to mission-critical systems used on naval platforms and collaborate with internal teams, customers, shipyards, and vendors.
- Design, integrate, test, deploy, and support electrical instrumentation & control systems for next-generation shipboard platforms.
- Maintain and implement improvements to hardware and software system designs.
- Develop and execute equipment and system-level tests; analyze and document results.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and control system issues, isolating root causes and proposing fixes.
- Prepare technical evaluations, test procedures, and clear engineering reports.
- Communicate technical status, issues, and recommendations verbally and in writing to engineering teams, shipyard counterparts, management, and customers.
What We’re Looking For
Candidates should meet the minimum education and eligibility requirements and demonstrate foundational technical skills relevant to controls, power electronics, and embedded/hardware-software systems.
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited college/university; OR Masters degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to satisfy federal background investigation requirements for access to classified matter.
- Experience or coursework in at least one (two preferred) of: control systems, power electronics, hardware/software development, microprocessor-based equipment.
- Coursework or practical experience with computer programming (e.g., C, C++, Python, MATLAB).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team settings; self-starter attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0 is preferred.
- Co-op, internship, or prior technical work experience.
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal skills, and initiative.
- Familiarity with instrumentation & control test procedures and environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base pay range: $63,900 - $97,800 per year (actual pay depends on experience and qualifications).
- Health, dental, and vision plans.
- Disability, life, and accident insurance.
- 401(k) savings program and capital accumulation plan.
- Paid personal & medical time off; paid parental leave.
- Flexible work schedules, tuition assistance for eligible employees, and student debt benefit programs.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: West Mifflin, PA (on-site / location-dependent; travel to shipyards or vendor sites may be required).
- Employment type: Full-time.
Additional Requirements & Legal Notices
- All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.
- This role is with a federal contractor; a drug-free workplace policy applies. Candidates must be able to pass company-required drug testing (including screening for federally prohibited substances).
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local hiring laws.
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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