Electrical Engineer

Job#: 2071758

Job Description:

Apex Systems is actively hiring for an Electrical Engineer role with a growing Client in the Defense and Space Industry!

This position is designated as onsite with 5 days required in Portsmouth, VA

**For immediate consideration, please send your most up-to-date resume in a Word Document to: Alex at *

Position: Electrical Engineer

Location: Portsmouth, VA

Purpose: This contractor will be responsible for gaining familiarity with customer specifications, developing basic schematics, providing integration engineering support, and assisting with testing and troubleshooting efforts

Length of Assignment: 6 Month, Contract to Hire

Project Scope:

• This role is for an Entry-mid Electrical Engineer who will be responsible for gaining familiarity with customer specifications, developing basic schematics, providing integration engineering support, and assisting with testing and troubleshooting efforts. The engineer will work under the supervision of the upper-level engineering team and collaborate with other engineering disciplines to solve design challenges.

Team Size & Breakdown:

• Will join an existing team of Electrical Engineers and will be able to learn from peers (Upscaling quickly)

High-Level Individual Duties:

• Ability to gain familiarity with customer specifications for key design requirements (AKA they will be assigned to a variety of projects and driving entry level value on projects)
• Gain familiarity with the applicability of various Military Specifications/Standards for new technology designs.
• Develop basic one-lines and schematics using 2D CAD software under the supervision of the upper-level engineering team.
• Provide timely integration engineering support to resolve issues requiring technical guidance under the supervision of the upper-level engineering team.
• Create supplemental work instructions, and technical documentation to support engineering deliverables to internal customers.
• Troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis for manufacturing errors

Must-Haves (Concepts & Tools):

• CAD 2D/3D (AutoCAD or Electrical schematic design software)
• Troubleshooting of electrical equipment
• Electrical Testing exp with multiple tools below (No specific number needed but need multiple):
• Digital Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Function Generator, Power Supply, LCR Meter, Spectrum Analyzer, Voltage tester

Basic understanding of control systems, ladder logic design, and/or software- (This is not mission critical for the Entry/Mid engineer but will set them apart significantly)

Could target buzzwords such as Ladder Logic, structured text, C, C++, ETC.

If we could find Ladder Logic, that would be ideal

Ability to interpret and create technical schematics and network diagrams.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Competency of various Military Specifications/Standards (MilSpec) for new technology designs.
• Basic understanding of MIL qualification testing (Shock, Vibration, Environmental).

Solidworks

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Education:

• The following degrees in Engineering, Computer Science, Science or closely related academic field:
• (BS) & 0-3 Years Relevant Experience

OR

• (AS) & 2-5 Years Relevant Experience

OR

• Relevant Industry Experience of 4-7 Years

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.