Entry Level Electrical Design Engineer (UIUC 2026)

(Hybrid) Description Are you passionate about electrical design? As an Entry-Level Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll gain hands-on experience while expanding your expertise in electrical design software, custom control panel design, wiring, schematics, and more! You'll work on innovative projects across diverse industries, collaborate in a team-oriented environment, and apply your technical knowledge to real-world challenges.

Note: The expected start date for this position is Summer 2027.

About DMC

DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm, delivering high-caliber engineering and custom software development services globally. Specializing in innovative solutions for manufacturing, testing, and product development, our expertise spans industries from aerospace to consumer-packaged goods to healthcare, and more. Our engineers excel in staying ahead of cutting-edge technologies and ensuring top-notch solutions. We prioritize technical excellence and cultivate a collaborative environment for independent and team-based work, reflecting our commitment to professional growth and providing forward-thinking solutions to clients.

This role is for any entry level engineer (0-3 years of experience) looking for a position in 2027. We have an exceptional onboarding and training program to help align your skillset with our technical offerings.

Responsibilities

• • Designs custom control panels, bill of materials, wiring diagrams, schematic diagrams, and one-line power distribution drawings

• • Conducts IO checkout and validation

• • Performs enclosure FLA and heat dissipation calculations

• • Creates and maintains AutoCAD Electrical templates, blocks and symbols library

• • Organizes and maintains project drawings and technical information

• • Researches components and identifies electrical requirements from data sheets/manuals

• • Manages time effectively across multiple projects

Requirements

• Engineer Level I (0-1 years of relevant experience)

• • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (3.4 GPA minimum)

• • Familiar with electrical schematics

• • Familiar with electrical design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or EPlan preferred)

• • Understanding of motors, instrumentation and other electrical components with guidance

• • Ability to comprehend and explain simple control circuits (on/off, latching, etc.)

• • Capable of occasional travel

ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at DMC must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.

Additional Information:

• Benefits/Culture/Bonuses and More!

• Office Locations

• DMC Website

• Engineering Blogs

• Additional Career Opportunities

Compensation is based on relevant experience, industry and location standards.

Salary Range

$87,500—$97,500 USD