You may be finishing up your electrical engineering degree and looking forward to finding your first employer, or are otherwise currently working in the field but looking to pursue a different challenge. Whatever the reason may be, here is a look at the top electrical engineering companies to work for and why.
What attributes should you look for?
A huge factor when considering employers is how many engineers they actually hire. Some companies may or may not publish that sort of thing, but it’s safe to say that you have a better chance at employment with a company that has a need for numerous engineers. Let’s take a look at a company like Boeing versus a company like Nike; it’s safe to say a company like Boeing would need more electrical engineers than Nike does.
Another factor to consider when job searching is prestige, which may sound a bit illogical, but it’s nice to have a respectable company on your resume. It may also allow you to work with some extremely talented engineers which, in turn, can improve your technical skills and also help with networking.
A final note you may find important when job hunting is of course salary. Electrical engineers are in high demand in this technology driven age and the average salary seems to reflect it.
The Top 5 Companies
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a company synonymous to some of the most technologically advanced military systems the world has ever seen. Landing a job at Lockheed guarantees that you would be working on some extremely sensitive defense projects and be surrounded by some of the greatest engineering minds in the nation. Salaries range from $62,119 to $144,523, so you will be handsomely rewarded for your skills. What’s more, you’ll also be able to put one of the world’s most respected engineering companies on your resume.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments is a great place to be if you’re an electrical engineer—that’s because it features the highest average salary: $100,682. But of course, there’s more to it than just an awesome paycheck. TI is frequently pushing the limits of technology in the semiconductor and microchip fields compared to others, and with the company being comprised mainly of engineers, they are constantly looking for the best talent.
Intel
Intel is another huge electronics company that hires copious amounts of engineers. Being fortunate enough to be employed at Intel would mean you are on the cutting edge of semiconductor development. The average pay for an electronics engineer is par for the course at $96,692, topping out at $145k.
Boeing
Boeing, a large competitor to Lockheed, needs little introduction as it is one of the largest aeronautical companies in the world. Being an engineering heavy company and pushing technological boundaries means they are constantly looking for the best talent. Engineering some of the craziest planes in the world also pays quite well with pay starting at $62k and stretching out to $150k. Becoming an electrical engineer for Boeing carries distinction as you would be part of one of the most advanced companies in the world.
Tesla
Tesla Motors builds the highly acclaimed Model S and newly released Model X fully electric automobiles. What better place for an electrical engineer than at a company whose sole purpose is to build electric cars? Maximizing every bit of battery while designing cutting edge vehicle systems seems to pay nicely too, with salaries starting around $65k and topping out around $126k . . . and that’s before bonuses. Prestige and incredible pay? Check.
Sources for salary figures: www.glassdoor.com, www.payscale.com
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