What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Systems position at Sterling Engineering?
Title : Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Systems
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
Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Systems
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
- 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
What You’ll Bring :
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.
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Salary : $90,000 - $110,000
