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Senior Electrical Engineer - PR/596985_1793799693

Senior Electrical Engineer


Chicago
Permanent
$90,000 - $130,000 USD a year
Building Services
PR/596985_1793799693
Senior Electrical Engineer

Company Summary:
A growing multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of projects across commercial, multifamily, higher education, K-12, municipal, healthcare, and life sciences markets. This position offers the opportunity to lead electrical designs from concept through construction, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable building solutions.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for...

  • Developing electrical system designs from concept through construction with minimal oversight
  • Preparing construction documents for new construction, renovation, and retrofit projects
  • Designing power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, and fire alarm systems
  • Producing and coordinating engineering documentation using Revit
  • Reviewing and preparing markups for production staff and project team members
  • Coordinating with architects, engineers, and project stakeholders throughout project delivery
  • Ensuring designs comply with applicable building, energy, and electrical codes
  • Supporting project execution through construction administration and implementation activities
  • Applying sustainable design principles and energy-efficient solutions
  • Contributing to the successful delivery of multiple projects simultaneously

The Senior Electrical Engineer should have the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience designing electrical systems for building projects
  • Strong knowledge of power, lighting, lighting controls, and fire alarm systems
  • Experience with new construction, renovation, and retrofit projects
  • Proficiency with Revit and electrical construction documentation
  • Working knowledge of applicable building and energy codes and standards
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • Experience across commercial, healthcare, higher education, municipal, life sciences, or multifamily projects
  • Experience implementing sustainable and energy-efficient design strategies
  • Construction administration and field experience
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and designers

Why You Should Consider This Opportunity:

  • Diverse portfolio of projects across multiple market sectors
  • Opportunity to work on both new construction and renovation projects
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
  • Exposure to innovative and sustainable building design
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package

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

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