Electrical Engineer

LHH; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks of vacation

Medical Insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

A leading recruitment solutions firm in Illinois seeks a motivated Electrical Engineer to design and optimize advanced electrical assemblies. The role involves creation of assembly models, collaboration across teams, and ensuring manufacturability. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and expertise in SolidWorks. Compensation ranges from $100,000 to $130,000 plus a 10% bonus, alongside comprehensive benefits including vacation and insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical box design and wiring harnesses.
• Experience in outsourced electrical assembly production.
• Hands-on practical approach with a focus on manufacturable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical box assembly models.
• Develop wiring diagrams, layouts, and BOMs.
• Inspect and evaluate electrical assemblies from suppliers.

Skills

Proficiency in SolidWorks Electrical

Collaboration skills

Detail-oriented approach

Understanding of electrical manufacturing processes

Knowledge of relevant UL, NEC standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Electrical Engineer

LHH Recruitment Solutions partners with a growing organization seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on designing and optimizing advanced electrical assemblies for high-performance applications. The role involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams—including engineering, production, purchasing, and suppliers—to develop robust, manufacturable electrical solutions.

Electrical Design & Modeling

• Create detailed electrical box assembly models using SolidWorks Electrical.
• Develop wiring diagrams, layouts, schematics, and comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and serviceability.
• Partner with production teams to refine and develop first-article electrical box layouts.
• Integrate feedback from technicians and engineers to enhance final designs.

Supplier & Outsourcing Support

• Work closely with purchasing to identify and qualify external suppliers for electrical assembly production.
• Provide technical documentation and support throughout quoting and build stages.
• Address supplier questions, design clarifications, and deviations as needed.

Manufacturing & Quality Assurance

• Inspect and evaluate electrical assemblies from suppliers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement corrective actions based on production and field feedback.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks Electrical.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical box design, wiring harnesses, and panel layouts.
• Strong understanding of electrical manufacturing processes, component selection, and BOM management.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented approach with a focus on practical, manufacturable solutions.
• Experience in outsourced electrical assembly production or supplier management.
• Familiarity with industrial control panels or thermal management systems.
• Knowledge of relevant UL, NEC, or industrial electrical standards.

Compensation Range

$100,000 – $130,000 + 10% Bonus per year.

Benefits Offered

• 3 weeks of vacation
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Life Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO Statement

LHH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.