Electrical Engineer III


Chicago
Permanent
USD90000 - USD130000
Building Services
PR/576789_1773924737
Electrical Engineer III

Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer with a strong background in building power systems design for a variety of project types. The ideal candidate thrives in collaborative environments, communicates effectively, and is capable of working independently when needed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design building power systems for healthcare, higher education, high‑rise residential, hotel, office, and other commercial or institutional facilities
  • Develop construction documents, calculations, and specifications
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external stakeholders
  • Ensure designs meet code compliance requirements and industry standards
  • Participate in project meetings and provide technical expertise
  • Support field investigations, site visits, and construction administration tasks
  • Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and quality-control processes

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years of experience in building power systems design across various project types
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
  • Excellent technical, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding of code compliance requirements and industry standards
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
    • EIT candidates with the ability to obtain a PE will also be considered
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed
  • Experience with SKM PowerTools for power system studies (preferred)
  • Knowledge of AGi32 lighting photometric software (preferred)

Please apply to learn more about htis exciting opportunity!

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