Electrical Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading OEM company is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to support the design and documentation of electrical control systems. This position offers an opportunity to work with innovative engineers in the automated food processing equipment sector. Ideal candidates should have 1-3 years of experience and knowledge of SolidWorks Electrical and AutoCAD Electrical. Competitive salary up to $80,000 and full benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of electrical engineering experience in an industrial or automation environment.
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar tools.
• Working knowledge of industrial controls, wiring, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and documentation of electrical control systems.
• Create and update wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs for machinery.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to support equipment builds.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

SolidWorks Electrical

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

This range is provided by Sterling Engineering. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Sterling Engineering

Lead Technical Recruiter/Sales Executive

Electrical Engineer (SolidWorks Electrical | Automated Food Processing Equipment)

Direct Hire | Up to $80,000 | Northwest Suburbs

Ready to engineer something sweet? Join a leading OEM that designs and builds automated food processing systems for the chocolate industry. We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer eager to grow their career in custom automation — from redlines and schematics today, to leading full design projects tomorrow.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design and documentation of electrical control systems using SolidWorks Electrical (or comparable CAD software).
• Create and update wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs for automated machinery.
• Review and redline drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, controls engineers, and production teams to support equipment builds.
• Provide technical assistance for electrical-related customer inquiries and service issues.

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of electrical engineering experience in an industrial, automation, or OEM environment.
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar tools.
• Working knowledge of industrial controls, wiring, and schematics.
• Strong organizational and communication skills — detail-oriented with a willingness to learn.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a team that builds custom automation systems from concept to completion.
• Gain exposure to PLC/controls, panel design, and system integration over time.
• Work directly with engineers who are passionate about innovation (and chocolate).
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package.

If you’re an early-career engineer looking to grow your electrical design skills in a hands‑on, automated environment — this is the perfect next step.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Inferred from the description for this job

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)