Engineering Jobs in Illinois
Engineering jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with strong demand concentrated in manufacturing, infrastructure, energy, and technology sectors and openings at every level from entry-level to principal engineer. Chicago drives the bulk of hiring, with Rockford and Peoria also generating steady demand, and employers like Caterpillar, Abbott Laboratories, and Boeing maintain large engineering workforces with ongoing needs. Mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering are the most consistently in-demand specialties, alongside growing interest in process and systems engineers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.
As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Commercial & Investment Bank - eTrading team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applications.
Job responsibilities
- Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors
- Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
- Drives decisions that influence the product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes
- Serves as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus
- Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle
- Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies
- Adds to the team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect
- Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis), while establishing measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain.
- Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Formal training or certification on software engineering* concepts and 10+ years applied experience
- Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
- Advanced knowledge and demonstrated skills in in programming languages C and C++
- Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
- Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.
- Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
- Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
- Practical cloud native experience
- Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
- Hands on experience working within Financial Services Industry
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non-profits. You'll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.
Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.
As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Commercial & Investment Bank - eTrading team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applications.
Job responsibilities
- Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors
- Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
- Drives decisions that influence the product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes
- Serves as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus
- Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle
- Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies
- Adds to the team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect
- Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis), while establishing measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain.
- Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Formal training or certification on software engineering* concepts and 10+ years applied experience
- Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
- Advanced knowledge and demonstrated skills in in programming languages C and C++
- Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
- Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.
- Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
- Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
- Practical cloud native experience
- Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
- Hands on experience working within Financial Services Industry
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non-profits. You'll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Engineering Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Insurance
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Professional Engineer license or eligibility to obtain one
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline
- Proficiency with industry-standard CAD or simulation software such as AutoCAD or ANSYS
- Experience working within regulated industries such as manufacturing, utilities, or construction
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, timelines, and cross-functional stakeholder communication
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards including ASME, IEEE, or ASCE as applicable to the specialty
Engineering Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering in Illinois?
To become a licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois, you must earn a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulate qualifying work experience, and pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is issued through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Many engineering roles in Illinois do not require a PE license immediately, but holding or pursuing one significantly expands your opportunities, particularly in civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines.
Which companies hire engineerings in Illinois?
Employers hiring engineerings in Illinois right now include AbbVie, Caterpillar, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of manufacturing headquarters, infrastructure contractors, and healthcare technology firms means engineering demand is spread across multiple industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.
Which Illinois cities have the most engineering jobs?
Chicago, North Chicago, and Illinois are the Illinois cities with the most engineering openings. Chicago dominates due to its density of corporate headquarters, construction activity, and utilities infrastructure, while Peoria benefits from Caterpillar's global engineering operations and Rockford has a long-standing base of precision manufacturing and aerospace suppliers that generate steady engineering demand.
Are there remote engineering jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much engineering work involves physical sites, labs, or manufacturing floors. About 64% of engineering openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of many roles. The positions most likely to offer remote flexibility are in systems engineering, software-adjacent engineering, and technical project management rather than civil, structural, or manufacturing roles.
How can I get hired as a engineering in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to co-op or new graduate rotational programs offered by large Illinois manufacturers and infrastructure firms such as Caterpillar in Peoria or the major utilities operating in the Chicago area. Community college engineering technology programs and EIT certification give candidates a measurable edge. Entry-level titles like junior engineer, engineering technician, or design drafter are the most common starting points, and candidates who build a project portfolio or complete an internship during school move through hiring processes faster.
Where can I find and apply to engineering jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to engineering jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to see the listings.
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