What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Systems Engineer position at Sterling Engineering Inc.?

Job Description

Must currently reside in the US and be either a Green Card Holder OR US Citizen

Title : Electrical Systems Engineer

Location : La Grange, IL OR Muncie, IN – Hybrid 3 Days Onsite

Duration and Hire Type : Direct Hire

Overview : Sterling Engineering / Staffing is currently looking for an Electrical Systems Engineer for one of our clients in the La Grange, IL area. Sterling has a rich history of delivering top talent to our clients. We are a nationwide Staffing Firm with over 100 clients and works primarily with Fortune 1000 corporations.

Target Salary : $90-110K

Benefits : Benefits from Day 1 and almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 Paid Holidays, 2-3 Weeks Vacations, 401(k), etc.

Job Description :

Join the Repower Engineering Team as a seasoned Electrical Engineer (preferred) or Mechanical Engineer with a passion for hands-on, system-level design. We’re seeking an expert who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments and has a track record of delivering innovative solutions in the locomotive, heavy equipment, or industrial sectors. You’ll take charge of projects from concept to execution, ensuring seamless integration of product and system designs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive success.

Key Responsibilities :

Own the design and technical direction for locomotive and heavy equipment projects, overseeing both system and product-level solutions

Lead the creation of tailored technical proposals for sales inquiries, while ensuring designs meet customer needs and regulatory requirements

Perform hands-on design work, build prototypes, run tests, and lead field testing for certification and contract compliance

Use 3D CAD tools to develop engineering documentation and specifications, translating complex requirements into actionable deliverables

Drive efficiency in design to minimize costs and maximize performance, keeping projects on track and within scope

Collaborate across departments (Operations, Sales, Manufacturing) to ensure seamless project execution

Travel up to 25-30% for customer meetings and site visits

What You’ll Bring :

10 years of experience in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with a proven background in designing and testing complex systems

Locomotive or heavy equipment experience highly preferred, especially in product / system-level design

Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling and hands-on testing experience

Ability to tackle technical challenges, from early-stage design to field implementation

In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards (FRA, CFR, AAR) and industry best practices

Strong communication skills to drive cross-functional collaboration and customer engagement

Why Repower?

Be a key player in a team that’s shaping the future of locomotive engineering. With opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects and travel across various industries, this role offers the chance to make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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