Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer for a 13-month contract opportunity in Mossville, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting structured risk assessments (including DFMEA) and ensuring compliance with industry safety standards for cutting-edge electrified products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical equipment, machinery controls, wiring, and lighting.

• Evaluate the cost-effectiveness, reliability, and safety of electrical design models.

• Simulate and test machine, structure, and system operations to ensure peak performance.

• Conduct structured risk assessments, standards evaluations, and compliance reviews (DFMEA).

• Review battery, charger, and powertrain components in close collaboration with design and validation teams.

• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, engineering documentation, and project timeline/cost estimates.

• Monitor action items, track progress, and lead efficient product review meetings with clear deliverables.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience.

  • OR a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience.

  • Note: 2-year degrees and internships do not count toward the professional experience requirement.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proven experience with Risk Identification and Management (structured risk assessments/DFMEA).

  • Ability to create engineering drawings, sketches, and perform complex electrical computations.

  • Strong application of electrical theory principles to engineering projects.

  • Proficiency with engineering computer applications and design software.

• Soft Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical documentation and collaboration.

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Ability to chair meetings, drive alignment among engineering groups, and provide constructive feedback.

Desired / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Knowledge of Functional Safety of Control Systems.

• Experience with Product Certification / Homologation.

• Proficiency with data manipulation and presentation tools (MS Excel, PowerBI, PowerAutomate).

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract / W-2 Only

• Duration: 13 Months

• Location: Mossville, IL (On-site)

• Hourly Rate: $37 / hr

• Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (40 hours/week)