Electrical Engineer Jobs in Elk Grove Village, 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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Milhouse Engineering & Construction

Senior Substation Electrical Engineer (Hybrid)

Familiar with discipline specific design software and design management systems....

CE Facility Support Engineer - Electrical 3

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (13 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (13 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • moments ago

Our client, a leader in critical infrastructure solutions, is seeking a CE Facility Support Engineer - Electrical 3 to join their team. As a CE Facility Support Engineer, you will be part of the...

Electrical Engineer

  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Experience creating and processing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and design documentation....

Solar Engineer (Electrical)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Qualifications Minimum Requirements BA/BS in Electrical Engineering +4 years of relevant experience Experience must include electrical design of commercial and utility-scale solar PV and BESS systems...

Remote Work

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

This role involves leading electrical engineering design, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and managing project execution to meet client goals....

Senior Field Service Engineer - Electrical Services

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Senior Field Service Engineers are responsible for the I&C on our power distribution equipment at our Critical sites....

Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear (Winter 2026)

  • Warrenville, IL (16 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrenville, IL (16 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Since 1954, weve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial...

Senior Staff Engineer - Electrical

  • Lake Forest, IL (16 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (16 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university. 10+ years as Power System Engineer, Controls Engineer...

Principal Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) Registration, or ability to obtain in 1 year 10+ Years experience of relevant electrical design experience...

Substation Engineers (Electrical Engineers)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Engineering....

Senior Electrical Engineer (Hybrid / Des Plaines, IL)

  • Des Plaines, IL (6 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (6 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Key Responsibilities Lead the electrical engineering design and development for lighting, lighting controls, and LED driver products and related technologies....

Electrical Project Engineer - Substation

  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university....

Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago

H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: Strong foundation in electrical engineering design principles and project management methodologies Proficient in power system analysis tools...

Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Grid (Summer 2026)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 7 days ago

As an Electrical Engineer, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering....

Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Grid

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 7 days ago

As an Electrical Engineer, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering....

Demographic Data for Elk Grove Village, IL

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Elk Grove Village, 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 Elk Grove Village, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
Master's Degree
21.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
High School or GED
12.9%
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 Elk Grove Village, 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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