Electrical Engineer in Chicago
Job Description
Location: Evanston, IL (Greater Chicago Area)
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Compensation: Competitive Base Salary – Open to Discussion
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Schedule: Hybrid – 3 Days In Office, 2 Days Remote
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About the Opportunity:
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We're partnering with an established MEP engineering consulting firm in the Greater Chicago area that's looking to add an Electrical Engineer to its growing team!
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This is a great opportunity for an engineer with a background in electrical building systems design, particularly within healthcare facilities, who is looking for strong technical mentorship, diverse project exposure, and long-term career growth.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Design electrical systems for healthcare, commercial, and institutional buildings.
- Develop power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, and emergency power systems.
- Perform electrical load calculations, panel schedules, and equipment sizing.
- Design and coordinate generators, transformers, switchgear, and electrical distribution equipment.
- Develop electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
- Utilize Revit and AutoCAD for electrical building systems design.
- Coordinate with architects, mechanical engineers, and other project stakeholders.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers on technically complex projects.
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Qualifications
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- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience designing electrical systems within an MEP consulting environment.
- Healthcare project experience strongly .
- Experience with power distribution, lighting, and emergency electrical systems.
- Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and applicable electrical building codes.
- Strong communication and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
- EIT or PE license , depending on experience level.
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Project Types
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- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Higher education and university buildings
- Laboratories and research facilities
- Pharmaceutical facilities
- Mission critical and data centers
- Commercial and institutional buildings
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Compensation & Benefits
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- Competitive Base Salary: Open to discussion based on experience and qualifications.
- Two Annual Bonuses: Year-end bonus and additional spring bonus opportunities.
- Overtime Compensation: Additional pay for eligible overtime hours, including time-and-a-half opportunities.
- Hybrid Flexibility: 3 days in office and 2 days remote, with flexibility to choose in-office days.
- Professional Development Reimbursement: Support for eligible continuing education, technical training, certifications, and professional licensing expenses.
- PE Licensure Incentive: $3,000 salary increase upon obtaining a PE license.
- 401(k) Match: Employer retirement contributions.
- PTO Rollover: Ability to carry over unused PTO under company policy.
- Career Development: Strong mentorship and opportunities to progress into senior engineering and project leadership roles.
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If you're an Electrical Engineer with an MEP consulting background looking for healthcare-focused projects, flexible working arrangements, and strong professional development opportunities, we'd love to connect!
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