Sr Engineer Electrical
About The Position
Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for its Downers Grove Design Center. Under the direction and guidance of a department manager, the engineer will contribute to planning, designing, developing, and leading electrical engineering projects in the oil and gas and petrochemical industries. The position includes technical leadership, independent engineering assignments, coordination with internal and external parties, and support for engineering quality and staff development. The role is primarily office-based, with possible work in warehouses, trailers, or buildings on construction sites. The posted annual salary range for this Illinois position is $148,500 to $211,830; actual pay may vary based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors. The position is eligible for Zachry’s Total Employee Rewards Program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and other ancillary benefits, as well as participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
Requirements
- Experience with electrical systems and design processes described in the posting, including electrical calculations and studies such as feeder and equipment sizing, voltage drop, short-circuit analysis, load flow, protective-device coordination, arc-flash analysis, and grounding.
- Knowledge of electrical codes and standards such as NEC, IEEE, and PIP.
- Experience with one-line and schematic diagrams for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems.
- Experience with electrical raceway design, including underground ductbanks, cable tray, and conduit systems.
- Experience with interior, exterior, and roadway lighting design and lighting panel schedules.
- Experience preparing electrical lists and schedules, including load lists, electrical equipment lists, and cable schedules.
- Experience with electrical general arrangements and equipment layouts.
- Experience with backup and emergency power systems.
- Understanding of electrical construction methods and materials.
- Experience with grounding design and grounding studies.
- Experience with hazardous area classification.
- Experience with equipment procurement, including equipment specifications, bid evaluation, and vendor drawing review.
- Experience with cost estimating and material takeoffs.
- Experience with the proposal process, including developing project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
- Experience providing field engineering and construction support.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering program.
- More than 15 years of experience working as an Electrical Engineer on refining, petrochemical, and industrial projects.
- Experience using SKM and/or ETAP.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Electrical Engineers.
- Perform assignments independently, following instructions on overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
- Maintain liaisons with individuals and units within or outside the organization, acting independently on technical matters in the related field.
- Perform studies; prepare specifications; evaluate proposals; and develop estimates.
- Provide recommendations for purchasing electrical system components.
- Peer-review electrical drawings for completeness, detail, and accuracy.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers in their technical and professional development.
- Ensure company quality assurance procedures are followed when completing assigned tasks.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Other ancillary benefits through Zachry’s Total Employee Rewards Program.
- Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
