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Electrical Engineers in New Jersey

Electrical engineers research, design, develop, and test electrical equipment and systems used in commercial, industrial, military, and scientific applications. They work in offices, laboratories, and manufacturing facilities, often collaborating with technicians and other engineers to solve technical problems and oversee the installation and performance of electrical components and systems. In New Jersey the median pay is $125,370 a year, 4% above the national median of $120,630.

$125,370median pay in New Jersey, per year
$98,510–$147,640middle half earn
2,940employed in New Jersey
$120,630U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Jersey

774open roles like this on employer career sites, 7 in New Jersey or remote
38employers hiring
450posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in New Jersey and remote

Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.

What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

WritingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingActive LearningComplex Problem SolvingMonitoring

Knowledge areas

Engineering and TechnologyComputers and ElectronicsDesignEnglish LanguageMathematics (knowledge)Physics

Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Electrical Engineers.

Licenses and training in New Jersey

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O*NET-SOC 17-2071.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.