How to hire an electrical technical specialist

How to hire an electrical technical specialist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electrical technical specialist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an electrical technical specialist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new electrical technical specialist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the electrical technical specialist you need to hire. Certain electrical technical specialist roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An electrical technical specialist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, electrical technical specialists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of electrical technical specialists and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Electrical Technical Specialist	Description	Hourly rate
   Electrical Technical Specialist	Electrical engineers design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, and power generation equipment. Electronics engineers design and develop electronic equipment, such as broadcast and communications systems—from portable music players to global positioning systems (GPSs).	$29-53
   System Design Engineer	A system design engineer is a professional who participates in system design engineering and resolves manufacturing and service problems. System design engineers are required to collaborate with the system design team to research emerging technologies and develop new capabilities... Show more	$37-71
   Outside Plant Engineer	The job of an outside plant engineer revolves around design, constructing, and maintaining plant infrastructure, engineering, and conducting route analysis of aerial and underground fiber-optic installations. Typical day-to-day duties include assisting clients in resolving issues when they arise, developing engineering plans, schedules, and costs relevant to the projects, and providing guidance on telecommunication issues... Show more	$29-56

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Troubleshoot
   • CAD
   • HMI
   • Electrical Systems
   • PLC
   • Electrical Components
   • Electrical Installation
   • Electrical Code
   • Ac
   • Dc
   • HVAC
   • Fire Alarms
   • Ensure Repairs

   Responsibilities:

   • Develop LabVIEW code to automate test procedures and to communicate with units for verification of functionality and accuracy.
   • Design PLC and HMI applications for Desulphurization systems with Siemens: S7 PLC, Wincc & WinCC flexible.
   • Program and test Allen-Bradley PLC's and human-machine interface.
   • Insure that all drawings are compatible with HMI and process monitoring equipment and devices and are update with current engineering standards.
   • Develop a system software using LabView to emulate system operation to provide production the capability to build and troubleshoot units.
   • Formulate and assign I/O points on drawings, base on I/O list and customer specifications, prior to programming.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your electrical technical specialist job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An electrical technical specialist can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, electrical technical specialists' average salary in montana is 36% less than in new mexico.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electrical technical specialists 44% less than senior-level electrical technical specialists.
   • Certifications. An electrical technical specialist with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an electrical technical specialist's salary.

   Average electrical technical specialist salary

   $83,320yearly

   $40.06 hourly rate

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   Entry-level electrical technical specialist salary

   $62,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing an electrical technical specialist job description

   A job description for an electrical technical specialist role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an electrical technical specialist job description:

   Electrical technical specialist job description example

   Overview / Responsibilities
   
   Wood is currently recruiting for an Senior Electrical Engineering Designer / Supervisor for Greenville,SC office.
   
   Key Responsibilities:
   
   * Input the required design data into electrical index as per the defined structure and format
   * 3D Modelling Revit, BIM
   * Carry out cable tray routing drawings 3D Modelling for cable trays and panels
   * Prepare electrical installation detail drawings
   * Prepare electrical MTO's
   * Prepare earthing layout drawings
   * Prepare material requisitions for bulk materials and technical bid evaluations
   * Cable tray, underground duct bank, conduit and routing design
   * Assist with staffing delegation to projects
   * Design supervision
   * Intedisciplinary or Client Model Reviews
   * Help to supervise, guide or mentor Wood High Value Engineering Centers
   * Provide input for performance review of team members
   
   Skills / Qualifications
   
   * Graduate of an Electrical Design technology program or an Engineer with a BSEE
   * Minimum of 13 year experience in power, chemical, pulpl and paper or a combination of them
   * Proven expertise using AutoCAD 2016 and higher
   * 3D design/drafting capabilities
   * Effective verbal and written communication skills
   * Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment
   * Highly motivated, well organized, resourceful and proactive
   * Possess good interpersonal skills with sound written and oral communication skills
   * Flexible approach and able to work under pressure with a can-do attitude and a desire to win
   * Ability to promote an open and informal communication environment that aims at growing mutual trust and teamwork
   
   Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required
   
   Company Overview
   
   Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com
   
   Diversity Statement
   
   We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right electrical technical specialist for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your electrical technical specialist job on Zippia to find and recruit electrical technical specialist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit electrical technical specialists, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new electrical technical specialist

   Once you've selected the best electrical technical specialist candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new electrical technical specialist first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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