Electrical Engineer

Exemplar Global; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Exemplar Global is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Itasca, IL to design and support commercial and industrial electrical enclosures. The role develops electrical diagrams, BOMs, and panel schedules and collaborates with purchasing to source components.

You will manage projects, prepare customer drawings, and participate in design reviews while driving continuous improvement and ensuring schedules are met. Some domestic travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of EE principles and design concepts.
• Experience reading schematics and creating one-line diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Develop one-line electrical diagrams, panel schedules, and engineering drawings for enclosures.
• Prepare and release BOMs, drawings, and documentation for manufacturing.
• Manage assigned engineering projects and meet milestones.
• Prepare, review, and submit customer approval drawings.
• Collaborate with purchasing and vendors on components and materials.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and service teams and resolve design issues.
• Participate in design reviews to refine designs.
• Support New Product Development by integrating new technologies.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance quality and processes.
• Travel domestically as required.

Skills

Electrical principles

Schematic reading

Project management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Panel schedules

One-line diagrams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Microsoft Project

Procore

Job description

Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Itasca, IL

Hire Type: Contruct to Hire

Compensation: 35-45$/h

Overview:

An established manufacturing company is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and support commercial and industrial electrical enclosure solutions. This individual will be responsible for developing electrical diagrams, panel schedules, feeder calculations, engineering drawings, and bills of materials to support manufacturing and project execution.

Job Duties:

• Develop one-line electrical diagrams, panel schedules, and engineering drawings for commercial and industrial electrical enclosures.
• Prepare and release Bills of Materials (BOMs), drawings, and engineering documentation for manufacturing.
• Manage assigned engineering projects, ensuring designs and deliverables meet established deadlines and project milestones.
• Prepare, review, and submit customer approval drawings.
• Collaborate with purchasing and vendors regarding electrical components and materials.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and service teams, resolving design-related issues and identifying improvements.
• Participate in engineering and design reviews to refine and finalize designs.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) by integrating new technologies and coordinating electrical and mechanical design requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and engineering processes.
• Travel domestically as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and design concepts.
• Experience creating electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, and panel schedules.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or comparable engineering design software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering blueprints.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and project management software such as Microsoft Project or Procore.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.