Electrical Engineer Jobs in Arlington Heights, 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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Wintegrity

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Wintegrity
  • Great Lakes, IL (15 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wintegrity
  • Great Lakes, IL (15 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Job Duties & Responsibilities Conduct field evaluation and generate review comments for electrical design proficiency in accordance with code standards for in-house and A&E design submittals; ensure...

Electrical Project Engineer II, New Product Development

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 9 days ago

S.) in Electrical Engineering Has > 3 years progressive experience in Engineering design and/or development which includes Experience with 3D parametric modeling Experience working on highly technical...

Power Electrical Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL (6 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (6 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 14 days ago

The Leidos Civil Group is seeking a dynamic Power / Electrical Engineer to join the National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC IV) team....

Engineer, Electrical Analytical

  • Warrenville, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Warrenville, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

WHO WE ARE As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in...

Electrical Engineer

  • Saint Charles, IL (20 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (20 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

An established civil and environmental engineering and surveying firm is looking to add an Electrical Engineer to their team!...

Electrical Engineer

  • Elgin, IL (14 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (14 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Summary of Position: The Electrical Engineer supports engineering and operations by programming machinery and internal systems....

ENG Electrical Engineer 3

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking an ENG Electrical Engineer 3 to join our Chicago, IL team! Come join us!...

Electrical Engineer

  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

verbal communication skills Professional Development Opportunities: Leadership and management of electrical engineers and designers executing multiple projects Development of training and mentoring...

Electrical Project Engineer - Energy & Utilities

  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Specific Requirements include: Electrical engineer with 8-10 years of experience in technically complex system design. BS in Electrical Engineering. Professional Engineer License (PE) is required....

Lead Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Qualifications PE License, Bachelor of Sciencein Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline. Ability to lead projects including management of project schedules, budgets, and staffing....

P&C Substation Electrical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Education/Experience/Licensure: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or related, from an ABET accredited college or university is required....

Electrical Engineer IV - Transportation

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The engineer will be involved in the design of these systems and equipment including facets of construction management and electrical inspection....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: E.I.T. or P.E. licensure, preferred BS degree in Electrical Engineering AutoCAD & Revit experience, a plus 5+ years of experience Expertise in all aspects of building electrical design...

Licensed Electrical Engineer

  • Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Design Leadership: Spearhead electrical design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and integrating power, lighting, and other systems seamlessly....

Professional Engineer, Electrical

  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering....

Demographic Data for Arlington Heights, IL

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.9%
Master's Degree
20.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.2%
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 Arlington Heights, 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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