Entry-Level Electrical Engineer: Design, Validation & Impact

Textron Inc.; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one health benefits

Competitive compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Textron is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer 1 in Augusta, GA. You will contribute to design and development of vehicle electrical systems, components, and documentation from day one.

Join a global company offering mentorship, hands-on projects, and development opportunities. 0–2 years of experience, bachelor’s degree in EE required, and CAD/MATLAB/XFMEA/MS Office skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required.
• 0–2 years of experience expected for entry level role.
• Proficiency with CAD, Teamcenter, MATLAB, XFMEA, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and controllers including motors, switches, relays, wiring, displays, and lighting.
• Assist in documenting vehicle electrical architecture and service materials.
• Review supplier circuit designs for quality, cost, and potential savings.
• Create functional specs and engineering design standards.
• Prepare DFMEA and testing/validation plans for products.
• Support cross-functional design reviews and DFA/DFM assessments.

Skills

UG/CAD

Teamcenter

MATLAB

XFMEA

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Teamcenter

MATLAB

XFMEA

Microsoft Office

Job description

2027 Electrical Engineer 1

Description

About the Entry Level Role

As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This entry-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design and development of various electrical systems and controllers including motors, controllers, switches, relays, wire harnesses, electronic displays, and lighting.

• Assist in design and documentation of vehicle electrical architecture including service manuals or part books.

• Review of existing supplier circuit designs for quality and cost to eliminate potential quality issues and identify potential cost savings.

• Review and create functional specifications and engineering design standards.

• Conduct DFMEA and create test and analysis plans for product validation.

• Perform tolerance studies on components and assemblies and develop engineering component and assembly drawings.

• Resolve test issues and document through the use of the PDCA process.

• Identify new ideas, products and/or features that improve customer satisfaction, reduce costs, and keep our product lines at the forefront of the industry.

• Manage component and system-level validation testing and produce testing and certification reports.

• Perform cross functional design reviews and Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM)assessments on components and assemblies.

• Work with outside suppliers to develop new technologies and/or cost reductions for electrical and electronic systems.

Why Build Your Career at Textron

• Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate.

• Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation

• Day-one health and wellness benefits

• Retirement savings options

• Tuition reimbursement

• Alternative work schedules at select locations

• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Qualifications

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required

• Years of Experience: 0-2 Years of experience required

• Software Knowledge: UG/ CAD/ Teamcenter, Matlab, XFMEA, Microsoft Office applications

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Specialized Vehicles
Primary Location: US-Georgia-Augusta
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/04/2026, 7:46:14 AM
Job Number: 343235