Entry Level Engineer

Apex Systems, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an entry-level Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA, offering a hybrid work model with part-time remote and on-site days. The role focuses on detailed electrical design across product life-cycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver manufacturable, reliable hardware.

The ideal candidate has a BSEE and experience with analog/digital designs, Altium, and a willingness to engage in design reviews and legacy upgrades.

Qualifications

• BSEE from an accredited program is required.
• Experience with low-level analog circuits is expected.
• Experience with digital hardware using micro-controllers is expected.
• Ability to develop schematics and layout in Altium is required.

Responsibilities

• Design analog and digital hardware to receive agency approvals (UL, CSA, ATEX, IEC, MSHA).
• Define and execute system-level specifications and requirements.
• Develop technical design documentation and support design reviews.
• Troubleshoot new and legacy designs and collaborate in cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital hardware with micro-processors

Altium schematics/layout

Analytical skills

Team player / self-starter

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

# Entry Level EngineerApply**Job#: 3053713****Job Description:**Entry Level Engineer**Location:** Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania**Hybrid;** Mon/Fri Remote & Tues-Thursday Onsite weekly**Contract length:** 6 month contract to hire and direct hire opportunities availableRole OverviewThis position is for an entry-level candidate who will be responsible for detailed electrical design throughout the product development life-cycle. The role involves working closely with various cross-functional groups to ensure a properly designed product from concept to production. This position may occasionally be involved in enhancement and sustaining projects for legacy products.Key Responsibilities* Design analog and digital hardware to receive agency approvals (UL, CSA, ATEX, IEC, MSHA, etc.).* Define and execute system-level specifications and requirements.* Establish strategic direction for electrical designs.* Develop technical design documentation.* Troubleshoot new and legacy designs.* Follow, enforce, and mature corporate engineering processes.* Develop and present materials for design reviews and champion design for manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability.* Design legacy product upgrades.* Provide training in the technical use and servicing of new designs.* Participate collaboratively in cross-functional product development teams.* Act as a central liaison with quality assurance during product testing.Required Qualifications**Education:** A minimum of a BSEE from an accredited engineering college or university is required.**Technical Skills:*** Proven success with low-level analog circuit design.* Proven success with digital hardware design with micro-controllers.* Ability to develop schematics and layout in Altium.* Demonstrated analytical skills.* Must be a self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team while also meeting individual responsibilities.Professional Skills* Able to work effectively in a formal product development team environment.* Able to exercise independent, sound judgment and decision-making.* Able to commit to and work under deadlines.* Demonstrated understanding of Stage-Gate development process.* Effective written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to manage third-party on and off-shore development teams when needed. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth 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 ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth 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. Everforth 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, Everforth 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. Everforth 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 Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** September 25, 2026**Pay Range:** $20 - $22 per hour