Electrical Engineer - Relocation Assistance Available

Vaco; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA eligibility with HDHP

3% employer 401(k) contribution

PTO and paid holidays

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and test high-reliability electronic systems for energy applications. You will work hands-on with hardware, perform diagnostics, and contribute to documentation in a regulated environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, continuous learning, and contribution to safe, carbon-free energy technologies. On-site in Mason, Ohio with direct-hire employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Approximately 2–5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience in electrical hardware design, PCB design using CAD software, electronics testing and troubleshooting, or analog circuit design/analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Curious, adaptable mindset and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to work in a small, collaborative, fast-growing engineering environment.
• Attention to detail and compliance in highly regulated industries.
• Experience in nuclear energy or other highly regulated industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Hardware design, evaluation and improvement of electronic hardware, including analog circuits and PCBs.
• Reverse engineering and replacement solutions for legacy components.
• Hands-on electronics testing, diagnostics, and reliability evaluation.
• Repair, refurbishment, and upgrades of electronic equipment.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation and test records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve customer problems.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and quality.

Skills

Electrical hardware design

PCB design

Electronics testing

Analog circuit design

Analytical skills

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Direct Hire | On-Site | Mason, Ohio | $100,000+ Base Salary + Bonus

Build Technology That Powers the Future of Energy

Electrical Engineer

Direct Hire | On-Site | Mason, Ohio | $100,000+ Base Salary + Bonus

Build Technology That Powers the Future of Energy

Are you an Electrical Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working hands-on with electronics, and finding creative solutions to problems others might overlook?

We’re partnering with a rapidly growing engineering firm that is redefining quality and reliability in the energy industry. The company specializes in designing, testing, repairing, and reverse‑engineering high‑reliability electronic systems used in highly regulated environments, including nuclear energy.

With significant investment in continued growth and a strong commitment to engineering excellence, this is an opportunity to join a close‑knit team where your ideas matter, your technical skills will continue to develop, and your work contributes to the future of reliable, carbon‑free energy.

The team is expanding rapidly and looking for motivated Electrical Engineers who are curious, adaptable, and excited to take on meaningful technical challenges.

What You’ll Do

As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll work across a variety of projects involving electronic systems, component reliability, testing, and engineering analysis. Depending on your background and interests, your responsibilities may include:

• Hardware Design & Circuit Development: Support the design, evaluation, and improvement of electronic hardware, including analog circuits and printed circuit board (PCB) designs.

• Reverse Engineering: Analyze legacy or obsolete electronic components and systems to understand their functionality and develop reliable replacement solutions.

• Electronics Testing & Diagnostics: Perform hands‑on testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation of electronic components to verify performance and reliability.

• Repair & Refurbishment: Help restore and extend the service life of electronic equipment through diagnostics, repairs, upgrades, and technical improvements.

• Component Qualification: Support commercial-grade dedication activities to evaluate and qualify commercial components for use in critical applications.

• Technical Documentation: Develop and maintain engineering documentation, test records, and technical packages that meet strict quality and compliance requirements.

• Cross-Functional Problem Solving: Collaborate with experienced engineers and technical leadership to address challenging customer needs and develop practical solutions.

• Continuous Improvement: Learn new tools, expand your technical capabilities, and contribute ideas that improve engineering processes, quality, and project outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

• Approximately 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience. Early-career engineers with strong technical fundamentals and a desire to grow are encouraged to apply.

• Hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas:

  • Electrical hardware design

  • PCB design using CAD software

  • Electronics testing and troubleshooting

  • Analog circuit design or analysis

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate unfamiliar technical challenges.

• A curious, adaptable mindset and willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and processes.

• Ability to work effectively in a small, collaborative, fast-growing engineering environment.

• Strong attention to detail and an appreciation for quality, documentation, and compliance in highly regulated industries.

Experience in nuclear energy, naval nuclear programs, instrumentation and controls, or other highly regulated industries is a plus. Candidates with exposure to technical specifications, contractual requirements, documentation packages, or component qualification processes may be particularly well suited for this opportunity.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Competitive Compensation

• Base salary starting at $100,000, with flexibility based on experience and qualifications.
• Target annual bonus of at least 10% of base salary.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account eligibility with the available high-deductible medical plan.
• 3% employer 401(k) contribution.
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.

Career Growth & Development

• Work alongside experienced engineers who are invested in mentoring and developing new team members.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of engineering disciplines and technical challenges.
• Build expertise in specialized, high-reliability electronic systems and regulated applications.
• Take on increasing responsibility as the company and its technical capabilities expand.

A High-Impact Team Environment

• Join a small, entrepreneurial engineering team where collaboration, initiative, and creative thinking are valued.
• Contribute directly to customer projects and solutions with real-world applications.
• Enjoy the opportunity to wear multiple hats, take ownership of your work, and help shape a growing organization.

Location & Work Environment

• Location: Mason, Ohio.

• Work Arrangement: Fully on-site.

• Relocation: Assistance may be available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis.

• Travel: Less than 10%.

• Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire.

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Representation Notice

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

• California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
• Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
• Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
• Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
• Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.

Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual's skill sets, experience and training;

licensure and certification requirements;

office location and other geographic considerations; and

other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).