Electrical Engineer Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Illinois

An Electrical Engineer is a crucial component within the engineering industry. They design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or power generation equipment. They also evaluate systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs and applying knowledge of electricity and materials. They aim to improve or develop products by analyzing a customer's requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.

Notable skills and certifications for Electrical Engineers include strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. They should also have profound knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, mathematics, and materials. Having certifications like Professional Engineering (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) can help distinguish a candidate in this field. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, an individual might have roles such as an Electrical Engineering Intern, an Electrical Design Engineer, or an Electronics Engineer.

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Power Electronics Engineer Level 3/4 - Rolling Meadows

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 16 hours ago

No clearance required to start Power Supply circuit design experience, including schematic capture through test and integration Experience utilizing schematic capture tools such as Mentor Graphics/Expedition...

Remote

Controls Engineer II

  • CNH Industrial
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 1 day ago

About Us Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing...

Hybrid

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Sargent & Lundy, LLC
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Essential skills and experience: This position requires a BS in electrical engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background. 10 or more...

Hybrid

Sr Electrical Engineer (Data Centers)

  • Jacobs
  • Lemont, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lemont, IL
  • 2 days ago

As an Electrical Engineer in our Advanced Manufacturing group, you'll contribute to projects that enable the heart of our clients' successful data center facilities engineering, design and construction...

Hybrid

Senior Principal Electrical Engineer (Hybrid)

  • DivIHN Integration, Inc
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 3 days ago

Title: Senior Principal Electrical Engineer (Hybrid) Duration: 10+ Months Location: Round Lake, IL Hybrid position - 3 days on-site; 8 AM to 5 PM with flexibility, Travel - possibly 5% nationwide Only...

Hybrid

Controls Engineer IV

  • ATS Automation
  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 5 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: - College degree in electrical engineering, engineering related field or equivalent experience. - Six (6+) or more years of automation experience. - Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLC's...

Remote

PLC Controls Engineer

  • E-Solutions Inc.
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 days ago

PLC Controls Engineer (Rosemont,, IL) | 05/14/26 Job Description Job Role: PLC Controls Engineer Job Location: Rosemont, Illinois Remote/Onsite: Onsite Benefits: Medical,Dental,Vision, 4O1Kplan,...

Hybrid

Electrical Engineer (medical devices) - Hybrid Roundlake IL

  • Cube Hub, Inc.
  • Round Lake Heights, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Round Lake Heights, IL
  • 8 days ago

Electrical Engineer Location: Hybrid Roundlake IL Contract: 12 months contract Job Description Senior Principal Electrical Engineer Job Description Position Details Work Mode: Hybrid 3 days onsite Work...

Hybrid

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Stefanini Group
  • Round Lake, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL
  • 8 days ago

Stefanini is looking for Senior Electrical Engineer in Round Lake, IL (Hybrid) For quick Apply, please reach out to Utkarsh Singh - call: ... / email: ......

Hybrid

Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy, LLC
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Nuclear Power is a carbon-free energy source....

Hybrid

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 3 - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy, LLC
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Nuclear Power is a carbon-free energy source....

Hybrid

Senior Electrical Systems Engineer - Propulsion & Energy Systems

  • Komatsu America
  • Peoria, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications/Requirements Required Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field....

Hybrid

Field Application Engineer - AMD:

  • LE001 MarketStar QOZ Business LLC
  • IL
  • 11 days ago
  • IL
  • 11 days ago

If you are a current employee who is interested in applying to this position, please navigate to the internal Careers site to apply. About MarketStar: In everything we do, we believe in creating...

Remote

Senior Electrical Engineer (Des Plaines, IL, Decatur, GA or Tucson, AZ)

  • Acuity Inc.
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team....

Hybrid

Principal Systems Engineer- Avionics Design & Integration

  • Thales Defense & Security
  • Aurora, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 12 days ago

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years. With...

Hybrid

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Electrical Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.2%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in Illinois
1-2 years
36.9%
10+ years
18.8%
2-4 years
16.2%
6-8 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
7.9%
4-6 years
4.3%
None
2.7%
8-10 years
0.4%



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