Automotive Electrical Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Automotive Electrical Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Automotive Electrical Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $83,752 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $78,351 and $89,739. 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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Automotive Electrical Mechanic

Zobility - Arlington , TX

Ability to interpret early engineering level electrical schematic diagrams. * Ability to work ... Automotive electrical schematic development experience. * Automotive Technical Assistance Center ...

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Automotive Electrical Technician

Avride - Austin , TX

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Automotive Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and deployment of ...

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Senior Electrical Engineer, Low Power Systems, New Development Dallas, TX

Riccione Resources - Dallas , TX

Senior Electrical Engineer, Low Power Systems, New Development Dallas, TX Work with a leading ... Products sold in various markets, including aircraft, automotive, propane, industrial ...

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Product Development Engineer (Automotive)

FlexTek - Houston , TX

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, coupled with a proven track record of successful product development within the automotive industry. Design ...

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Sr. Electrical Engineer - MicroSat C&DH

Blue Canyon Technologies - Lafayette , CO

Position Purpose: The Senior Electrical Engineer will engage in a broad range of electrical ... automotive, or medical industries * Experience designing to industry standards (such as EMI/EMC ...

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Electrical Engineer

Symbio - Temecula , CA

We are recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join our team in Temecula, CA. 🎯 Your main missions ... Demonstrated experience in electrical systems design and integration projects preferably automotive ...

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What does an Automotive Electrical Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of an Automotive Electrical Engineer

Develop bills of materials, research components for cost, availability, packaging and alternative approaches.

January 30, 2023

Understand complex electronic hardware and software requirements defined by customers.

March 13, 2023

Collects and compiles information on competitor products and may assist with evaluation of patent-related data.

April 01, 2023

Acts as a customer liaison, building and maintaining a strong customer network.

April 11, 2023

Provide assistance during initial prototype builds and support the generation of end of line testing protocols for electrical systems.

April 12, 2023

Facilitates selection of components for new electrification products and system configurations.

May 03, 2023

Operate laboratory electronic test equipment including power supplies, signal generators, frequency counters, and oscilloscopes.

May 05, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Automotive Electrical Engineer in Chicago, IL

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78351

89739

83752

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79527

92112

85582

What is the average salary for Automotive Electrical Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Automotive Electrical Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Automotive Electrical Engineer ranges from $78,351 to $89,739 with the average base salary of $83,752. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,527 to $92,112 with the average total cash compensation of $85,582.

View Average Salary for Automotive Electrical Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$83,752	$78,351 - $89,739
Bonus	$1,830	$1,176 - $2,373
Total Pay	$85,582	$79,527 - $92,112

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Automotive Electrical Engineer Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,792 - $90,243	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,792 - $90,243	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,702 - $90,141	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,762 - $90,209	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,762 - $90,209	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,999 - $88,189	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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