Junior Electrical Engineer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Junior Electrical Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Junior Electrical Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $85,121 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $79,820 and $90,816. 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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Design Engineer - Electrical
Professional Engineering Consultant - WICHITA , KS
Position Summary. The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to
- 2 days ago
Electrical Engineer
Resource Employment Solutions - HAMPTON , GA
Job Description. Job Description. Substation Design Engineer - Electrical Engineer. Job Summary. The position of. Electrical Engineer I. in the Service Mobile
- 14 days ago
Electrical Engineer
C.T. Male Associates - LATHAM , NY
Job Description. Location. Latham, NY, US 12110. Job Type. Full Time. Job Classification. Salaried. Exemption Type. Exempt. Education. Bachelor's Degree. Travel
- 29 days ago
Mission Systems Electrical Systems and Design Engineer (Experienced or Senior)
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , 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
- 2 days ago
Electrical Reliability Engineer/Sr Electrical Reliability Engineer
Energy Transfer - SAN ANTONIO , TX
Job Description. Electrical Reliability Engineer/Sr Electrical Reliability Engineer. SAN ANTONIO, Texas, United States. EngineeringMar 21, 2025 Post Date2410002
- 7 days 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
- 25 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 Junior Electrical Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Junior Electrical Engineer ranges from $79,820 to $90,816 with the average base salary of $85,121. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $80,914 to $93,126 with the average total cash compensation of $86,882.

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