Electrical Engineer

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

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Electrical Engineer (Solid Works 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.

• Support the design and documentation of electrical control systems using Solid Works 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.

• 1–3 years of electrical engineering experience in an industrial, automation, or OEM environment.
• Experience with Solid Works 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.

• 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.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)