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Electrical Engineer

West Columbia, SC 29170

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Electrical Engineering Job Number: 51116764 Compensation: $70000-75000 / year

Job Description

Title: Electrical Engineer
 Location: West Columbia, SC
 Hire Type: Full-time, Direct-Hire
 Pay: 70K - 75K
 Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), PTO, 401(k) Match, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, and more!

Overview: 
Join a growing engineering and manufacturing organization seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to support the design, testing, and documentation of critical power systems. This role is key in delivering high-performance solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.


Job Duties:
  • Design and develop electrical systems for critical power applications
  • Collaborate with engineering, project management, procurement, and production teams
  • Interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications
  • Create documentation including BOMs, O&M manuals, and test plans
  • Participate in functional testing and troubleshooting
  • Ensure designs meet industry standards (UL, etc.)
  • Assist in prototyping and analyzing performance results
  • Support quality initiatives and continuous improvement
  • Manage engineering change control and project timelines
  • Follow safety protocols and promote electrical safety across the company
  • Some travel or after-hours work may be required
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)
  • 4–7 years of electrical design experience (switchgear, power systems preferred)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office
  • Strong understanding of UL standards (UL 891, UL 1558, UL 67, etc.)
  • Ability to read and create electrical diagrams and troubleshoot issues
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

Meet Your Recruiter

Max Francis
Recruiting Team Lead

Max Francis is a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where he has been a valued member of the team for more than seven years. He focuses on supporting a key Flex account, helping connect qualified candidates with opportunities that align with their experience, goals, and long-term career path.

Max understands that making a career move is a major life decision. He enjoys helping candidates navigate the ever-changing job market and hiring process with confidence, clarity, and support. His goal is to help each candidate take the next meaningful step in their career while finding the right long-term professional home.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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