Equipment Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Equipment Engineer jobs in Illinois are actively in demand, with openings concentrated in semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, medical device development, and industrial automation across entry-level through senior roles. Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria are the top hiring metros, where companies like Abbott Laboratories, Caterpillar, and Motorola Solutions have deep, established footprints. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois are process equipment engineering, validation engineering for regulated manufacturing environments, and automation systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerCollins Aerospace
Top cityRockford, IL
Cities hiring12
Work type88% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Atlas Copco Group
Field Sales Engineer - Equipment
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Atlas Copco Group
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Field Sales Engineer - Equipment
Atlas Copco Group
Waukegan, Illinois
Customer Support
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$115k - $200k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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Forklift Exchange, Inc.
Electrical Engineer-Mobile Equipment & Wire Harness Design
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Forklift Exchange, Inc.
Added 4d ago
Electrical Engineer-Mobile Equipment & Wire Harness Design
Forklift Exchange, Inc.
Bedford Park, Illinois
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$25 - $35/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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LG Energy Solution Michigan
Engineer I, Equipment
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LG Energy Solution Michigan
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Engineer I, Equipment
LG Energy Solution Michigan
Matteson, Illinois
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$65k - $97k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
501-1,000

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Cozzini, LLC
Project Engineer (Protein Processing Equipment)
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Cozzini, LLC
Added 6d ago
Project Engineer (Protein Processing Equipment)
Cozzini, LLC
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $90k/yr
51-200

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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Test Equipment Engineer
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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Added 1w ago
Test Equipment Engineer
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Rockford, Illinois
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
51-200

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Equipment Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Rockford
4 jobs
Manteno
3 jobs
Flora
1 job
Roxana
1 job
Chicago
1 job
Marshall
1 job
Matteson
1 job
Waukegan
1 job
Woodstock
1 job

Equipment Engineer Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace3 open roles
Gotion
Gotion2 open roles
Siemens
Siemens1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Chemicals & Materials

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in equipment engineer jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing or process equipment installation, qualification, and maintenance
  • Familiarity with IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols, especially for FDA-regulated Illinois facilities
  • Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks for equipment layout and documentation
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies used across Illinois plants
  • Strong technical documentation skills for writing SOPs, equipment specifications, and deviation reports

Equipment Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a equipment engineer in Illinois?

Most equipment engineer roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. Illinois does not require a state-issued professional engineer license for most equipment engineer positions in manufacturing or industry, though earning a Professional Engineer license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation strengthens long-term career prospects. Employers in regulated industries like pharmaceuticals and medical devices prioritize candidates with hands-on lab or plant experience alongside their degree.

Which companies hire equipment engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring equipment engineers in Illinois right now include Collins Aerospace, Gotion, and Siemens, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's strong base of pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device firms, and heavy industrial companies means consistent demand for equipment engineers across both the Chicago metro and downstate manufacturing corridors.

Which Illinois cities have the most equipment engineer jobs?

Rockford, Manteno, and Flora have the most equipment engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago and its surrounding suburbs drive the largest share of demand through the region's dense concentration of pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and industrial automation firms, while Rockford and Peoria reflect strong activity from Caterpillar's headquarters and the region's well-established heavy machinery and aerospace supply chain.

Are there remote equipment engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Equipment engineering is fundamentally hands-on work tied to physical machinery, production lines, and on-site validation activities, which limits remote options significantly. About 13% of equipment engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve documentation review, project coordination, or supplier qualification tasks that can be handled off-site.

How can I get hired as a equipment engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with one of Illinois's major manufacturers, such as Abbott, Baxter International, or Caterpillar, which run structured programs for engineering students and new graduates. Titles like manufacturing engineer associate, process technician, or equipment maintenance engineer are common entry points that transition into full equipment engineer roles. Building a portfolio of validation documentation, CAD drawings, or lab project work and earning an Engineer-in-Training designation through Illinois strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.

Where can I find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly without creating a profile or signing up first.

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