Electrical Engineer

Overview

Design industrial electrical control panels and control systems from concept through startup. This role focuses on electrical schematics, power distribution, panel design, BOM creation, and customer-driven automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control panels and cabinets using AutoCAD Electrical and SolidWorks.
• Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Design 3-phase power systems up to 575 VAC.
• Develop control circuits, power distribution systems, and component layouts.
• Select and integrate motors, transformers, sensors, and electrical devices.
• Support project estimating, startup, and customer support activities.
• Collaborate with electricians and engineering teams during panel build and testing.
• Optional PLC and HMI programming support.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of electrical design experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
• Experience designing industrial control panels and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of 3-phase power systems up to 575 VAC.
• Familiarity with motors, transformers, relays, and control components.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SolidWorks Electrical experience.
• PLC programming experience.
• HMI development experience.
• Industrial automation or control systems background.
• Experience supporting startup and commissioning activities.

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover Park, IL.

Pay

• $34.00 - $44.00/hr

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

Fully onsite position in Hanover Park, IL.

Application Deadline

Anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.