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Entry Level Rail Design Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

dbHMS

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Our Design Studio team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer . This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects while working closely with ...

dbHMS

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$60K - $70K/yr

... Our Design Studio team, in our  Chicago  office is seeking an  Entry Level Mechanical Engineer . This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects while working ...

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Controls Engineer / Entry Level

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $94K/yr

Entry Level Position: College Graduate - 2 years experience This role will require 40-50%+ travel ... Design and develop electrical control systems that will interface with facility & building ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Hazel Crest, IL · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

... ports, rail yards, and industrial facilities worldwide. Mi-Jack brings quality: Built to perform ... * Entry-level to early-career experience in mechanical design, product development, or ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Hazel Crest, IL · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

... ports, rail yards, and industrial facilities worldwide. Mi-Jack brings quality: Built to perform ... Entrylevel to earlycareer experience in mechanical design, product development, or manufacturing ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Hazel Crest, IL · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

... ports, rail yards, and industrial facilities worldwide. Mi-Jack brings quality: Built to perform ... * Entry-level to early-career experience in mechanical design, product development, or ...

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How much do entry level rail design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level rail design engineer in Chicago, IL is $71,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,100.00 and $80,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Rail Design Engineer vs Junior Civil Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Rail Design EngineerJunior Civil Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, some knowledge of rail systemsBachelor's in Civil Engineering, foundational engineering skills
Work EnvironmentRailway construction sites, design officesConstruction sites, infrastructure projects, design offices
Industry UsageRailway companies, transportation agenciesConstruction firms, government agencies, consulting firms
Common Search IntentEntry level rail design roles, rail engineering jobsJunior civil engineering roles, entry level civil jobs

The Entry Level Rail Design Engineer typically focuses on designing railway systems and infrastructure, requiring specific knowledge of rail projects. In contrast, a Junior Civil Engineer has a broader civil engineering scope, working on various infrastructure projects. Both roles often require a bachelor's degree and entry-level experience, but the rail design engineer specializes in transportation infrastructure, making their work more specific to railway systems.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Rail Design Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $71,453 per year, or $34.4 per hour.

Entry Level Embedded Engineer

DMC Engineering

Chicago, IL • On-site

$83K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

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Description
Are you passionate about embedded systems, from initial ideas to hardware design to final firmware? As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and engineering fundamentals to develop solutions for custom embedded projects. This role offers a mix of independent work and cross-functional collaboration - including regular communication with clients, project coordination, and relationship building.
This role is for any entry level engineer (0-3 years of experience). We have an exceptional onboarding and training program to help align your skillset with our technical offerings.
Responsibilities:
  • Programs using common embedded languages and frameworks (e.g. C, C++, Python, FreeRTOS, Zephyr,)
  • Uses industry standard tools to support embedded development (Altium or similar for PCB design, simulation application, MCU IDEs, pin configuration tools, etc.)
  • Performs hands-on troubleshooting with common lab hardware (oscilloscope, DMM, soldering tools, etc.)
  • Collaborates with team members and communicates technical solutions to clients
  • Documents hardware and firmware designs, implementations, and delivered solutions
  • Supports project planning and contributes to system architecture decisions
  • Learns new technologies relevant to assigned projects with guidance
  • Gains exposure to sales, business development, and internal project processes

Requirements
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
  • Minimum GPA of 3.4
  • Experience with programming concepts, including text based languages and object-oriented design
  • Comfortable troubleshooting custom PCB hardware, reading schematics, soldering, and using common electronics lab equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, and other test instruments)
  • Ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply established patterns
  • Understands complex system designs
  • Ability to manage time across multiple projects and priorities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation

Additional Information:
  • Benefits/Culture/Bonuses and More!
  • Office Locations
  • DMC Website
  • Engineering Blogs
  • Additional Career Opportunities

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Compensation is based on relevant experience, industry and location standards.
Salary Range
$83,000-$95,000 USD

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