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Remote Senior Motor Design Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

System One

Substation Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$100K - $128K/yr

Substation Design Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Contractor Work Model ... Hybrid/Remote Substation Electrical Engineer - Grid Mid to Senior Level | Electrical Power ...

System One

Substation Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$100K - $128K/yr

Substation Design Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Contractor Work Model ... Hybrid/Remote Substation Electrical Engineer - Grid Mid to Senior Level | Electrical Power ...

Ashby

Design Engineer - Americas

Chicago, IL · Remote

$126K - $250K/yr

Design Engineer (This Posting) - This posting covers both Mid and Senior levels. You have 2+ years of continuous experience (e.g., internships don't count) as an Engineer or a Designer. You have good ...

The Timken Company

Design Engineer

Downers Grove, IL · On-site +1

$72K - $95K/yr

Lovejoy, a company in the Timken family of brands, is hiring a Design Engineer. Position Summary ... Supports external customers with occasional on-site or remote real-time problem-solving. Essential ...

Timken

Design Engineer

Downers Grove, IL · On-site +1

$72K - $95K/yr

Lovejoy, a company in the Timken family of brands, is hiring a Design Engineer. Position Summary ... Supports external customers with occasional on-site or remote real-time problem-solving. Essential ...

Timken

Design Engineer

Downers Grove, IL · On-site +1

$72K - $95K/yr

Lovejoy, a company in the Timken family of brands, is hiring a Design Engineer. Position Summary ... Supports external customers with occasional on-site or remote real-time problem-solving. Essential ...

Wood Plc

Senior Roadway Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$107K - $147K/yr

Flexible work environment to include occasional remote work. Wood Chicago is a leader in the ... These projects include significant design-build opportunities, as well as traditional design-bid ...

YO AI Labs

Design Expert - Remote

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$30 - $70/hr

Flexible / Self-Directed Job Overview We are seeking senior Product Design and AI-Assisted ... engineering collaboration . * Develop tasks involving AI coding tools such as Cursor, Claude Code ...

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How much do remote senior motor design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote senior motor design engineer in Chicago, IL is $138,634.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,700.00 and $162,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Senior Motor Design Engineer vs Remote Motor Design Engineer?

AspectRemote Senior Motor Design EngineerRemote Motor Design Engineer
ExperienceTypically 5+ years in motor design, leadership skillsEntry to mid-level, 1-3 years experience
ResponsibilitiesLeading design projects, mentoring, complex problem-solvingAssisting in design tasks, testing, and documentation
QualificationsBachelor's/Master's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, relevant certificationsBachelor's in related field, some certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentCollaborative teams, R&D departments, remote optionsDesign teams, testing labs, remote work possible

The main difference lies in experience and responsibilities. Remote Senior Motor Design Engineers lead projects and mentor others, requiring more expertise, while Remote Motor Design Engineers focus on supporting design tasks. Both roles often work remotely within engineering teams in the automotive, aerospace, or industrial sectors.

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Infographic showing various Remote Senior Motor Design Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,634 per year, or $66.7 per hour.

SR Design Engineer

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Wheaton, IL • On-site, Remote

$135K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Title: Senior Design Engineer – Electric Distribution
Location: Remote/Wheaton, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $135K-$160K/YR
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, paid holidays, paid volunteer time off, continuing education reimbursement, and additional comprehensive benefits

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Senior Design Engineer – Electric Distribution to join a growing engineering consulting firm supporting electric utility infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys leading utility design projects, serving as a technical resource, mentoring junior engineers, and working directly with utility clients on critical grid modernization and infrastructure initiatives.

Job Summary:
The Senior Design Engineer will lead the design, analysis, and technical execution of electric distribution projects while serving as a client-facing engineering lead. This role is responsible for overseeing engineering deliverables, performing advanced power system studies, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring projects are completed in accordance with utility standards, scope, schedule, and quality expectations.

Job Duties:
  • Lead the design of overhead and underground electric distribution systems (4kV–34kV).
  • Perform and review engineering studies including load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, and protection coordination analyses.
  • Serve as the technical lead for electric distribution infrastructure projects.
  • Interpret and apply utility standards, engineering specifications, and design criteria across multiple utility environments.
  • Support distribution planning, capacity analysis, reliability improvements, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
  • Coordinate directly with utility clients, municipalities, field personnel, and internal engineering teams.
  • Review engineering drawings and project deliverables for quality, constructability, and compliance.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and technical development.
  • Support continuous process improvements and technical excellence across the engineering team.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Illinois preferred).
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in electric utility, power delivery, or utility consulting.
  • Strong experience designing overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
  • Familiarity with utility engineering standards, particularly within Midwest investor-owned utility environments.
  • Experience using power system analysis software such as CYME, Synergi, ETAP, or similar platforms.
  • Proven client-facing experience with strong communication and relationship management skills.
  • Experience supporting investor-owned utilities is preferred.
  • Knowledge of distributed energy resources (DER), grid modernization initiatives, Illinois utility regulations, utility GIS systems, and work management platforms is a plus.
Additional Information:
  • Primarily remote role with occasional travel to the Wheaton office and project sites as needed.
  • Opportunity to lead high-profile electric distribution, grid modernization, and infrastructure improvement projects.
  • Strong opportunity for technical leadership, client interaction, and long-term career growth within a growing engineering consulting organization.
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.