Electrical Engineer Jobs in Cary, IL

An Electrical Engineer in the construction industry designs, develops, tests, and supervises the installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. They prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. They also oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. They confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.

Important skills for an Electrical Engineer include problem-solving, critical thinking, active listening, complex problem solving, and operations analysis. They should also have knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software. Certifications can include Professional Engineer (PE), AutoCAD, and project management certifications. A person may begin their career as a Junior Electrical Engineer, move up to an Electrical Engineer, and then progress to a Senior Electrical Engineer. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, they may have held roles such as Electrical Technician or Engineering Intern.

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Electrical Engineer - Control & Power Systems 20+ Years

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Established expertise in a variety of electrical engineering applications, including control and power systems (e.g., motor and drive engineering, PLC and distributed control, and power distribution...

Senior Electrical Project Engineer

  • Lincolnshire, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of and experience with various industrial systems power supply and DOD power distribution design....

Principal Engineer, Electrical

  • Lake Forest, IL (18 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (18 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 3 days ago

electrical engineering, with a strong focus on digital system and architecture design....

Principal Engineer - Electrical Insulation Systems

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering preferred. 10+ years of experience with electrical insulation systems required. Familiarity with UL 1446, UL 2353, IEEE C57,15,60, and IEC 60085....

Advanced Electrical Engineer (Embedded Software)

  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 4 days ago

This role blends electrical engineering, embedded software design, testing, and collaboration across disciplines....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Lincolnshire, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required, Master of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred with a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of electrical experience in...

Electrical Engineer

  • Libertyville, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical hardware for sophisticated commercial and residential lighting control systems....

Electrical Engineer Instrumentation, Electrical, and Engineering Team Lead Hibbing Public Utilities, MN

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Hibbing, MN (population 16,214), Public Utilities Commission seeks an Electrical Engineer to lead the Electrical, Engineering and Utility Controls and Engineering Team....

Electrical Engineer

  • Libertyville, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Our client is seeking a VFD specialist for an opportunity North of Chicago to join their team as an Application Specialist to work with their customers to troubleshoot issues with VFD drives as...

Roadway Lighting, Electrical Engineer (ENG Electrical Engineer 4)

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Minimum requirements: BS degree in Electrical Engineering 20+ years of experience in electrical/lighting engineering design The ability to work as part of a team and independently manage tasks efficiently...

Electrical Engineer, Roadway Lighting (ENG Electrical Engineer 3)

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago

We are seeking an **Electrical Engineer, Roadway Lighting (ENG Electrical Engineer 3)** to join our Chicago, IL team! Come join us!...

Aviation Electrical Engineer III

  • St Charles, IL (20 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • St Charles, IL (20 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications: BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering design and consulting experience in the aviation industry Experience working...

Electrical Engineer

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Job Requirement Electrical Engineering Reach Out to a Recruiter Recruiter Email Phone Himanshu Singh ......

Sr. Staff Engineer - Electrical

  • Lake Forest, IL (18 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (18 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 22 days ago

General Requirements: Bachelor of Science: Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology 10+ years as an Electrical Engineer, Electrical Manufacturing Engineer, or Electrical Field Tech...

Electrical Engineer

  • Cary, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Cary, IL
  • 28 days ago

At Coilcraft, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a dynamic Electrical Engineer to become a valued member of our distinguished team....

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Cary, IL

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Cary, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.1%
Master's Degree
20.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.0%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in Cary, IL
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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