Entry Level Electrical Design Engineer

About the role

This is an entry level engineering role that focuses on supporting electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products and equipment, with a strong connection to manufacturing operations. You will contribute to sustaining engineering and continuous improvement of existing products while gaining hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, from design through production. The position offers exposure to industrial power generation and rotating equipment and provides an excellent foundation for long-term career development in a highly technical industry.

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, TN. It is a fully onsite role.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products and equipment.
• Assist with sustaining engineering efforts and drive continuous improvements to existing products.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and production teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Support electrical testing, analysis, and troubleshooting activities to resolve technical issues.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining technical documentation, engineering calculations, and design changes.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales teams to address and resolve technical challenges.
• Utilize custom engineering tools and Excel-based calculation programs to perform design and analysis work.
• Support customer inquiries related to product performance, technical requirements, and application questions.
• Apply relevant industry standards and specifications to engineering activities to ensure compliance and quality.
• Participate in product development and improvement initiatives, contributing ideas and technical input.

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience.
• Pertinent Co-ops or internships are a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical design and electrical engineering principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including use in engineering calculations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to support electrical testing, analysis, and troubleshooting activities.

Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience within 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 methods and tools.
• Exposure to IEEE and NEMA standards.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations or production environments.
• Interest in industrial power generation and rotating equipment.
• Motivation to develop a long-term career in a highly technical industry.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $73,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)