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Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Confidential Client•Consulting
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$79,397
Lexington, Tennessee
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The Entry Level Electrical Engineer supports electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products, focusing on sustaining engineering and continuous improvement. This role involves collaboration with manufacturing and production teams, electrical testing and troubleshooting, and applying industry standards, providing a strong foundation for a technical career in industrial power generation and rotating equipment.

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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.


Role Overview

This entry-level engineering role supports electrical design and sustaining engineering for industrial products and equipment with a strong connection to manufacturing operations. You will gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle — from design through production — working with rotating equipment and industrial power systems. This position is ideal for early-career electrical engineers looking to develop technical skills in a manufacturing environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products and equipment.
  • Assist sustaining engineering efforts and drive continuous improvements to existing products.
  • Provide engineering support to manufacturing and production teams to ensure smooth operations.
  • Perform electrical testing, analysis, and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, engineering calculations, and design changes.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales to address technical challenges.
  • Use custom engineering tools and Excel-based calculation programs for design and analysis.
  • Respond to customer technical inquiries about product performance and application.
  • Apply relevant industry standards and specifications (e.g., IEEE, NEMA) to engineering work.
  • Contribute to product development and improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Up to 3 years of engineering experience; co-ops or internships strongly preferred.
  • Foundational knowledge of electrical design and engineering principles.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for engineering calculations.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Team-oriented with the ability to support manufacturing and testing activities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, industrial systems, controls, power systems, or electrical equipment.
  • Exposure to motors, generators, rotating equipment, or industrial electrical systems.
  • Familiarity with electrical testing and troubleshooting tools and methods.
  • Exposure to IEEE and NEMA standards.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing operations or production environments.
  • Interest in industrial power generation and long-term technical career growth.

Job Details

  • Employment Type: Full-time (contractor engagement may apply per client needs)
  • Workplace Type: Fully onsite in Lexington, TN
  • Application Deadline (as listed by the client): Oct 27, 2026

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay range: $73,000 - $75,000 per year. Actual pay will depend on qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related factors.
  • Benefits (subject to eligibility and change): medical, dental & vision; 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options where applicable); life insurance; short- and long-term disability; HSA; employee assistance program; paid time off and leave.

Compliance & Accommodations

Our client is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process because of a disability, please contact Careertakes for assistance.


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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