Electrical Engineer Jobs in South Holland, 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....

Solar Engineer (Electrical)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 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 (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

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

Principal Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, 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 (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Engineering....

Electrical Project Engineer - Substation

  • Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, 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 (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 6 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 (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 6 days ago

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

Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Essential skills and experience: Essential skills and experience: A BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program, Five or more years' experience in the design of electrical...

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: The Senior Electrical Engineer will work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment responsible for designing building systems and producing construction documentation for commercial...

Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation Design Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago

at Black & Veatch in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation Design Date: Aug 13, 2025 Location: Chicago, IL, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies...

Senior Field Service Engineer - Electrical Services

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Lead Substation Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Conduct quality assurance/quality control on the work of other electrical engineers, electrical designers, or technicians....

Electrical Engineer - Substation Design

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Develop electrical design deliverables, including protection and control design (protective relays) and/or physical design. Interface with clients, vendors and subcontractors....

Demographic Data for South Holland, IL

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in South Holland, 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 South Holland, 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 South Holland, 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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