Top Electrical Engineering Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Hybrid
Northbrook, IL, USA
70K-85K Annually
Junior
70K-85K Annually
Junior
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Perform engineering evaluation and testing of fire alarm control panels to UL requirements. Manage project scope, test programs, laboratory scheduling, and reports. Communicate technical issues and results with clients, provide technical assistance, develop test methods/equipment, resolve noncompliance, and support continuous improvement and project administration.
Top Skills: Fire Alarm Control Panels (Facp)MS OfficeUl Procedures
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In-Office or Remote
United States
211K-317K Annually
Expert/Leader
211K-317K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software
Lead design and delivery of flight-critical power electronics for the X-BAT aircraft, including inverters, DC-DC converters, and battery management. Own full hardware development cycle, drive PCB layout, harden designs for harsh environments, mentor engineers, lead reviews, and manage program timelines through production.
Top Skills: AltiumBattery Management SystemsDc-Dc ConvertersEcadHigh-Voltage SystemsInvertersLow-Voltage SystemsPcb Layout
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Remote
United States
131K-185K Annually
Senior level
131K-185K Annually
Senior level
Beauty • Robotics • Design • Appliances • Manufacturing
The Principal Electrical Engineer will lead system-level architecture for electrical designs, mentor engineers, drive engineering best practices, and ensure high-quality product delivery from concept to production.
Top Skills: Ac/DcCeDvtEmbedded SystemsFccFirmware IntegrationIec)Motor ControlPcb LayoutPower ElectronicsRegulatory Compliance (UlSchematic DesignThermal Systems
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Hybrid
Northbrook, IL, USA
70K-85K Annually
Entry level
70K-85K Annually
Entry level
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Plan and manage electrical product testing for security devices, coordinate lab activities, communicate technical requirements with clients, prepare reports, develop/execute test methods, and support UL compliance and continuous improvement.
Top Skills: MS Office
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Hybrid
Northbrook, IL, USA
104K-130K Annually
Mid level
104K-130K Annually
Mid level
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
The Electrical Design Engineer will design electrical systems for labs, oversee installations, ensure compliance with regulations, and promote energy efficiency and sustainability.
Top Skills: AutocadBluebeamCad SoftwareMS OfficeMs ProjectRevitSolidworks
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Hybrid
Northbrook, IL, USA
75K-95K Annually
Junior
75K-95K Annually
Junior
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
The Engineer will manage project scopes, communicate with clients, oversee testing compliance, and coordinate lab activities while ensuring project completion and client satisfaction.
Top Skills: MS Office
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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
104K-147K
Senior level
104K-147K
Senior level
Professional Services • Design • Industrial
Design electrical building systems (power distribution, lighting, life-safety, data/communications) for commercial and institutional projects. Lead project design and production, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, visit construction sites for measurements and observations, manage workload and timelines, and pursue professional licensure (FE/PE).
Top Skills: 3D ModelingAutodesk RevitData/CommunicationsLed LightingLife Safety SystemsExcelMicrosoft WordRevit
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In-Office
Lisle, IL, USA
Senior level
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Electrical Engineer will coordinate technical proposals for substation and power generation projects, including cost estimations and compliance with specifications.
Top Skills: AutocadHd EstimatingMc2MicrostationMS OfficeSuccessTimberline
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In-Office or Remote
Chicago, IL, USA
88K-110K Annually
Senior level
88K-110K Annually
Senior level
Design
Design electrical systems for building construction and renovation (lighting, power distribution, signaling, communications). Prepare construction drawings and specifications, perform quality checks, review shop drawings and RFIs, conduct site visits, participate in value engineering, mentor junior staff, and support project engineering responsibilities using tools like Revit, AGI32, Visual, and SKM Power Tools.
Top Skills: Agi32RevitSkm Power ToolsVisual
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In-Office or Remote
Chicago, IL, USA
127K-159K Annually
Expert/Leader
127K-159K Annually
Expert/Leader
Design
Lead electrical engineer responsible for building systems design (lighting, power, communications) across new construction and renovation projects. Prepare drawings and specifications, mentor staff, perform QA/QC, manage project engineering tasks, coordinate with clients and teams, conduct site visits, review submittals/RFIs, and ensure code compliance and project delivery.
Top Skills: Agi32RevitSkm Power ToolsVisual
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Remote
United States
94K-145K Annually
Senior level
94K-145K Annually
Senior level
Beauty • Robotics • Design • Appliances • Manufacturing
The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead embedded electronic design and product development, collaborate with cross-functional teams, oversee prototypes, and mentor junior engineers.
Top Skills: AsmCIdesJIRAPcb LayoutSvn
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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
72K-125K Annually
Senior level
72K-125K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Design
The Electrical Engineer IV designs electrical systems for projects, supervises staff, manages client interactions, and prepares engineering proposals.
Top Skills: BimCad
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Reposted 8 Days AgoSaved
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
115K-168K Annually
Senior level
115K-168K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Design
The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead design teams, manage project budgets, conduct business development, and ensure design quality in MEP projects.
Top Skills: BimCadRevit
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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
127K-185K Annually
Senior level
127K-185K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Design
The Technical Manager I will oversee multiple engineering projects, improve technical execution, support team recruitment, and ensure quality assurance in engineering practices.
Top Skills: Electrical EngineeringHealthcare DesignMepProject ManagementQuality AssuranceTechnical Training
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In-Office
Des Plaines, IL, USA
Senior level
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Automation
Design and document electrical systems for process projects: P&IDs, single-line diagrams, schematics, lighting, grounding, cable and panel layouts, equipment sizing, heat-tracing, and equipment requisitions while coordinating with other disciplines and meeting schedule, budget, and quality targets.
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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
Junior
Junior
Other • Real Estate • Consulting
The Electrical Engineer performs technical duties, assists in project management, develops system designs, and collaborates with senior engineers and clients.
Top Skills: CadRevit
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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
Senior level
Other • Real Estate • Consulting
The Intermediate Electrical Engineer will lead electrical design on projects, manage scopes and budgets, collaborate with teams, and mentor junior staff.
Top Skills: 3D Design ToolsElectrical Systems DesignEngineering Software
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Remote
Illinois, USA
85K-150K Annually
Mid level
85K-150K Annually
Mid level
Insurance • Professional Services • Sales • Financial Services
Manage electrical infrastructure projects from planning through construction, coordinating with municipalities, landowners, contractors, and field crews to ensure compliance, specs, and successful delivery of transmission, distribution, and substation work. Mix of office and local site visits with minimal overnight travel.
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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
134K-169K Annually
Senior level
134K-169K Annually
Senior level
Professional Services • Transportation • Utilities • Industrial
The Senior Substation Electrical Engineer leads substation projects, focusing on power systems protection, design, and project quality assurance while managing multiple team resources.
Top Skills: CadElectrical Protection & Control SystemsMicrostationRevitSubstation Automation Systems
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Hybrid
Lombard, IL, USA
145K-185K Annually
Expert/Leader
145K-185K Annually
Expert/Leader
Professional Services • Chemical • Utilities • Industrial
The Principal Electrical Engineer manages projects, budgets, and schedules, mentors staff, supervises engineering packages, and maintains client relationships, focusing on medium and high-voltage electrical design and analysis.
Top Skills: Electrical DesignInstrumentation SpecificationsLighting DesignMotor ControlsPower DistributionSwitch Gear
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Hybrid
Lombard, IL, USA
80K-115K Annually
Mid level
80K-115K Annually
Mid level
Professional Services • Chemical • Utilities • Industrial
The Electrical Engineer will design power distribution systems, perform electrical calculations, develop P&ID, and handle instrument selection while working independently.
Top Skills: Arc Flash StudiesAutocadCable Tray DesignConduit DesignControl Valve SizingElectrical Heat TraceGrounding And Lightning ProtectionLighting DesignLow & Medium Power Distribution SystemMedium To Low Voltage TransformersP&Id DevelopmentShort Circuit AnalysisSkm Electrical Modeling SoftwareSmart Plant InstrumentationSubstation DesignUnderground Duct Bank DesignUninterruptable Power SystemsUtility Interface Design
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Hybrid
Lombard, IL, USA
65K-100K Annually
Entry level
65K-100K Annually
Entry level
Professional Services • Chemical • Utilities • Industrial
Assist in various Electrical Engineering tasks including design, calculations, and development of diagrams under supervision while learning essential skills.
Top Skills: Arc Flash StudiesElectrical CalculationsElectrical EngineeringP&Id DevelopmentPower Distribution DesignShort Circuit AnalysisWiring Diagrams
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In-Office or Remote
United States
170K-260K Annually
Senior level
170K-260K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software
Lead design and development of advanced electrical systems for autonomous aircraft, including circuit and subsystem design, part selection, schematic capture, simulation, verification, debugging, and production releases. Integrate embedded systems and sensors for autonomy, coordinate cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, define technical requirements, and develop automated test solutions to improve hardware reliability and production readiness.
Top Skills: AnalogDigitalEmbedded SystemsFirmwareFpgasMicrocontrollersPower ManagementRadiosSensorsServos
13 Days AgoSaved
In-Office or Remote
Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
Senior level
Consulting
Design and deliver electrical systems for colocation and hyperscale data centers, including medium/low-voltage distribution, backup and emergency power, electrical calculations, schematics, drawings, code compliance, and cross-discipline collaboration.
Top Skills: AccEtapIbcIeccNational Electric Code (Nec)RevitSkm
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In-Office
Deerfield, IL, USA
250K-250K Annually
Senior level
250K-250K Annually
Senior level
Legal Tech
As a Project Electrical Engineer, you will conduct forensic investigations on electrical failures, collaborate with teams, and provide expert testimony in legal cases.
Top Skills: Electrical EngineeringElectro-Mechanical SystemsForensic InvestigationPower Systems
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