Electrical Hardware Engineer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does an Electrical Hardware Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Electrical Hardware Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $83,161 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $77,438 and $88,802. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Sr. Electrical Engineer - Electrical/Power Generation
FM - NORWOOD , MA
FM is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing more than one third of FORTUNE 1000 size companies with engineering-based risk man
- 1 day ago
Electrical Engineer
Holcim - HOLLY HILL , SC
COMPANY OVERVIEW. Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America's oversized growth in
- 33 days ago
Electrical Engineer
Holcim - OSSINEKE , MI
COMPANY OVERVIEW. Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America's oversized growth in
- 36 days ago
Electrical Engineer II
Holcim - PECAN HILL , TX
COMPANY OVERVIEW. Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America's oversized growth in
- 33 days ago
Electrical Engineer II
Holcim - RED OAK , TX
COMPANY OVERVIEW. Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America's oversized growth in
- 33 days ago
Avionics Hardware Engineer - Fighters
BOEING - BERKELEY , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s
- 5 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Electrical Hardware Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Electrical Hardware Engineer ranges from $77,438 to $88,802 with the average base salary of $83,161. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,588 to $92,531 with the average total cash compensation of $86,036.

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