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Independent Contractor R Programmer Jobs in Chicago, IL

W. R. Grace & Co.

Electrical Engineer, SME

Chicago, IL · On-site

$154K - $213K/yr

R. Grace site. This role is a critical Instrument & Electrical (I&E) SME position supporting ... Ensure continuity in design review and contractor oversight * Maintain SME support for plant ...

SGS

Ex-Certified Inspector

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

... Engineering or related field. * Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing environments. * Contract: The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement ...

City of Chicago

COORDINATING ENGINEER I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$119K/yr

Interprets design plans and specifications to contractors and assists in resolving design and ... Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) is required. At the time of employment, positions ...

City of Chicago

COORDINATING ENGINEER I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$119K/yr

... contractors and assists in resolving design and construction problems • Directs preparation of ... Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) is required. At the time of employment, positions ...

D.R. Horton

Executive Assistant

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly ... Work independently and within a team on special and nonrecurring and ongoing projects. Act as a ...

Stantec

Mechanical EIT

Chicago, IL · On-site

... mechanical engineering support of a broad spectrum of projects in the E&R space. Your Key ... Participate in client/vendor/contractor meetings potentially including HAZOP, 3D model reviews and ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor r programmer in Chicago, IL is $40.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.49 and $52.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor R Programmer vs Data Analyst?

AspectIndependent Contractor R ProgrammerData Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires R programming skills, possibly certifications in data analysis or statisticsOften requires degrees in statistics, data science, or related fields; certifications like CAP or Microsoft certifications are common
Work EnvironmentFreelance, remote or client-site projects, flexible scheduleFull-time or part-time roles within organizations, often office-based or remote
Employer & Industry UsageHired by clients or companies for specific projects, common in tech, healthcare, financeEmployed by organizations to analyze data, common across industries like marketing, finance, healthcare

While both roles involve data handling and analysis, an Independent Contractor R Programmer primarily focuses on coding and developing R-based solutions on a freelance basis, whereas a Data Analyst typically works within a company to interpret data and generate reports. The choice depends on your preferred work environment and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor R Programmer job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,713 per year, or $40.7 per hour.

Electrical Engineer, SME

East Chicago, IN • On-site

W. R. Grace & Co.
Chemical Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about W. R. Grace & Co.external

$154K - $213K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Annual Wage Range: $154,912.00  - $213,004.00 
Other Compensation:  Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses 
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Grace is seeking an Instrument & Electrical (I&E) SME to join our engineering team! This role reports to the Engineering Director and can be located at any W.R. Grace site. This role is a critical Instrument & Electrical (I&E) SME position supporting capital projects and plant operations. The position ensures continuity of technical leadership, governance of electrical engineering deliverables, and support of reliability and maintenance programs across Grace sites.

Responsibilities
  • Review and approve electrical engineering documents across all project phases
  • Lead electrical scope definition, planning, and vendor selection
  • Serve as SME in design reviews, MOCs, PHA, and LOPA
  • Support commissioning and startup activities
  • Provide technical leadership to ensure continuity of ongoing projects
  • Support reliability and maintenance COE initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with corporate engineering standards and policies
  • Immediate Impact Expectations (First 90 Days):
    • Assume ownership of active project scopes
    • Ensure continuity in design review and contractor oversight
    • Maintain SME support for plant reliability initiatives
    • Stabilize engineering standards and compliance execution
  • Must be able to travel up to 25%
Physical Requirements and Environment
  • Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
  • Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
Required Qualifications
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in capital project or operations or maintenance execution 
  • Knowledge of PSM and electrical standards
  • Ability to develop standards and processes
Preferred Qualifications
  • MS or PE license preferred
  • Experience with SAP and project management tools
  • Experience in chemical manufacturing industry
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Change management experience

To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

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Benefits
  • Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability 
  • Grace Wellness Program
  • Flexible Workplace 
  • Retirement Plans  
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Parental Leave 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Company Donation Match Program
  • U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

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