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Careers · Electrical Engineers · South Dakota

Electrical Engineers in South Dakota

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 South Dakota the median pay is $98,980 a year, 18% below the national median of $120,630.

$98,980median pay in South Dakota, per year
$89,260–$108,640middle half earn
530employed in South Dakota
$120,630U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in South Dakota

779open roles like this on employer career sites, 4 in South Dakota or remote
38employers hiring
456posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in South Dakota 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 South Dakota

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