Electrical Engineer


USA
Permanent
£100,000 - £130,000 GBP a year
Building Services
PR/616873_1793221413
Electrical Engineer
Based in Illinois- FULLY REMOTE
Company Summary:
A growing multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of transportation, infrastructure, transit, and building-related projects. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex public and private sector projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute throughout the project life cycle from design through construction.
The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for...
  • Designing electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, and communications systems
  • Preparing and modifying electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications using AutoCAD and Revit
  • Performing electrical calculations including load analysis, equipment sizing, and fault current studies
  • Coordinating with architects, mechanical engineers, project managers, and other project stakeholders
  • Conducting site visits, field investigations, and construction reviews
  • Supporting construction administration activities and resolving field-related issues
  • Preparing technical reports, engineering studies, and project cost estimates
  • Ensuring compliance with NEC requirements, local codes, and industry standards
  • Assisting with proposal development and project planning efforts
  • Managing electrical engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle
  • Collaborating with contractors and clients to ensure successful project execution
  • Staying current with emerging technologies, industry best practices, and applicable regulations
The Electrical Engineer should have the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university
  • 4+ years of electrical engineering experience within the MEP consulting industry
  • Experience designing power, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit
  • Strong understanding of NEC and applicable electrical codes
  • Experience preparing construction documents and technical specifications
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Qualifications:
  • PE License or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred
  • Experience supporting transportation, transit, infrastructure, or public-sector projects
  • Familiarity with construction administration and field inspection activities
  • Project management or project leadership experience
  • Experience coordinating with contractors, owners, and multidisciplinary design teams
  • Exposure to power distribution studies, fault current analysis, and electrical system assessments
  • Knowledge of transportation facilities, transit systems, bridge, or infrastructure projects
Why You Should Consider This Opportunity:
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and building projects
  • Exposure to complex and technically challenging electrical design work
  • Collaborative and multidisciplinary engineering environment
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities
  • Diverse project portfolio spanning commercial, institutional, transportation, and infrastructure markets
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package

If you are interested in the Electrical Engineer role, please apply today.

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