What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Electrical Engineer position at Rise Technical?
Graduate Electrical Engineer
$60,000 – $90,000 Travel Bonus 401(k) (6% Match) Full Benefits Extensive Training Progression Opportunities PTO
Knoxville, TN (Commutable from: Oak Ridge, Maryville, Sevierville, Clinton)
Are you an Electrical Engineering graduate or junior engineer looking to build a long-term career in a highly technical and in-demand field, with structured training and progression?
On offer is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive industry-leading training, and develop into a specialist EMC Engineer within a growing and highly respected engineering environment.
This company is a well-established engineering organization known for their technical excellence, strong training culture, and long-term staff development. They invest heavily in their employees, offering clear progression pathways and exposure to cutting-edge projects in a highly regulated industry.
On offer is a technical role where you will support testing, analysis, and engineering projects both in the lab and on-site. You will receive on-the-job training, shadow experienced engineers, and gradually take on more responsibility as your skills develop.
This role would suit an Electrical Engineering graduate or junior engineer looking for structured training, career progression, and the opportunity to become a specialist in a niche, high-demand field.
The Role:
- Support electrical testing, data analysis, and engineering projects in lab and field environments
- Receive extensive on-the-job training with clear progression into EMC Engineering
- Travel to customer sites (6–12 trips per year) with and expenses covered
- Contribute to technical reports, testing procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives
The Candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field)
- Interest in hands-on engineering, testing, or applied electrical systems
- Willingness to travel and develop within a technical, long-term career path
Key Words: Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), EMC Testing, EMI Testing, RF Susceptibility Testing, Radiated Emissions, Conducted Emissions, Immunity Testing, Surge Testing, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), Signal Integrity, Electrical Testing, Data Acquisition, Instrumentation & Control (I&C), Cable Testing, Laboratory Testing, Field Testing, Electrical Diagnostics, Test Equipment Operation, Oscilloscope Use, Spectrum Analyzer Basics, Multimeter Use, Megohmmeter Use, Signal Analysis, Data Analysis, Technical Reporting, Engineering Documentation, Root Cause Analysis, Troubleshooting Electrical Systems, Electrical Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Procedure-Driven Work, Quality Assurance, Compliance Testing, Regulatory Standards, Safety-Critical Systems, High Voltage Safety, OSHA Safety Standards, PPE, Electrical Safety, Continuous Improvement, Engineering Support, Product Testing, Validation & Verification, Commissioning Support, Field Service Engineering, Technical Support, Travel-Based Role, Hands-On Engineering, Graduate Electrical Engineer, Junior Electrical Engineer
Reference Number: BBBH272326
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Harris at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.