39 electrical systems engineer jobs found in Chicago

Job Description: General Summary Under the direct supervision of the Director of Electrical Engineering or senior staff, the Electrical Engineer - Power Systems will specialize in performing and documenting power system studies, including short circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard studies. The engineer will provide detailed engineering analysis for industrial, commercial, educational, governmental, and healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires proficiency in power system modeling software, field data collection, and collaboration with project teams to deliver high-quality, reliable electrical engineering solutions. Essential Job Functions: Perform short circuit analysis to evaluate fault currents and ensure proper short-circuit current ratings of electrical equipment. Conduct overcurrent protection device coordination studies to determine overcurrent protective device settings...

Electrical Engineer, PE - Mid-Level Location: Chicago, IL or Washington D.C. (Chantilly, VA) Exp Federal delivers full-service Architecture & Engineering services, construction, and facility management services throughout the world. Exp Federal's mission is to provide superior technical solutions to the U.S. federal government utilizing skilled personnel familiar with working throughout the United States and overseas. Th e Challenge: We are seeking a talented mid-level Electrical Engineer, PE to add to our full-service electrical design team in Chicago, IL or Washington D.C. (Chantilly, VA). Principle Areas of Responsibility: Prepares and/or reviews and evaluates design calculations. Prepares drawings, specifications, and procedures for the installation, integration, and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems. Provides Design/Quality control for ongoing construction projects. Reviews contractor submittals against specifications and responds to...

Overview Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) , we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we've supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors. From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic's world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft's renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility. AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and...

What We're Looking For This position supports HNTB's Digital Transformation Solutions Group as part of the Electrical Integrated Energy Solutions team, working closely with the Virtual Design and Construction team. The Design Engineer focuses primarily on the development and preparation of plans, drawings, and design deliverables for transportation-related infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on roadway lighting, airfield lighting, power distribution systems, and water facility infrastructure, while also supporting the use of automated, parametric, and data-driven design tools. The role emphasizes collaboration with designers, engineers, Virtual Design and Construction professionals, and other project teams to deliver high-quality plans, drawings, and value engineering solutions. The Design Engineer contributes to the application of rule-based and data-driven approaches, where appropriate, to improve design quality, efficiency, and coordination for roadway lighting and power...

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Controls Engineer to lead the design and development of industrial control panels and related automation systems in a panel design and build environment. This role focuses heavily on electrical design, panel layout, component selection, UL508A compliance, and supporting fabrication and testing activities. The position includes occasional travel to customer sites for field verification, startup, commissioning, and technical support. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with hands-on collaboration across engineering, production, and customers to deliver high-quality, compliant control solutions. Key Responsibilities Electrical & Controls Design Design industrial control panels in compliance with UL508A, NEC, and NFPA 79 Develop: Electrical schematics Panel layouts Power distribution designs I/O lists and wiring diagrams Bills of Materials (BOMs) Perform load...

Position Description At a Glance Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Engineer - Product Development to join the Lighting Sector Focal Point Team in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing new products and product improvements for manufacturability and planning and executing operational launch-related activities. Designing production processes and fixturing to ensure the safe production of the new and improved products. This role requires close collaboration across engineering and operations to ensure alignment and buy-in on key initiatives and process changes. This position reports to the Sr. Engineering Manager. What Will You Do? Partner with product development and operations leadership to plan and drive launch-related operational activities. This includes, but is not limited to, layout redesigns, manufacturing cell development, creation and maintenance of work instructions, product costs, and throughput...

Position Description At a Glance Focal Point has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineer III - Advanced Developmen to join the Focal Point Team in Chicago, IL .This is an exciting opportunity to be a key part of the Focal Point's Product Architecture engineering team, developing and supporting world-class luminaire designs. This position reports to the Engineering Manager. What Will You Do? Role & Responsibilities: • Perform advanced product development for new roadmap initiatives with primary responsibilities to develop conceptual designs, define product architectures, and manage regulatory compliance and photometric testing verification • Create scalable designs that support platform development and drive simplicity through supply chain and operations • Apply advanced design processes, predictive simulation, and best practices to increase design first pass yield and reduce time to market • Analyze risks and root out issues early in the design...

Location: Plainfield, IL Travel: Project-based (as needed) / approx. 50% Position Overview This role is ideal for engineers with approximately 2-5 years of experience in automation, electrical engineering, or mechatronics who are looking to grow into commissioning and system-level troubleshooting. This role focuses on hands-on work with industrial machinery and production equipment - not software or IT environments. You will work hands-on with highly specialized industrial equipment, supporting machine start-up, analyzing system behavior, and resolving technical issues in real production environments. This is not a pure PLC programming role and not a reactive service position. Instead, it focuses on commissioning, structured troubleshooting, and understanding machines end-to-end - combining electrical expertise with mechanical awareness. About the Company probeam is a global leader in electron beam technology, delivering advanced welding and additive manufacturing...

Entry Level Electrical Engineer Firm Overview At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers! We combine our passion for engineering with our client's vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Design Studio team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Entry Level Electrical Engineer . This role will support our engineering team in staying focused on our mission of delivering high quality projects. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and...

Engineer Intern - Electrical (Spring 2026) Firm Overview Do more than just build! At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with our client's vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Design Studio team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Engineer Intern . This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, client reps, architects, and MEP engineers in creating designs for all kind of spaces. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills...

Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2026) Firm Overview Do more than just build! At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with our client's vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Design Studio team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Engineer Intern . This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, client reps, architects, and MEP engineers in creating designs for all kind of spaces. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your...

POSITION GOAL: The Civil Project Engineer ll will coordinate and manage engineering projects. This position will oversee activities related to planning, designing, and overseeing projects such as airports, bridges, buildings, channels, dams, harbors, irrigation systems, pipelines, power plants, railroads, sewage systems, tunnels, and water supply systems. This position will also perform functions, including team coordination, monitoring scope/schedule/budget, invoicing, proposal preparation, staff planning, interdisciplinary coordination, and client interaction. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL • Possesses foundational engineering concepts. • Acquires advanced knowledge and skills through mentored experience. • Evaluates and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment. • Performs work assignments of advanced complexity. Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes. • Provides instruction on...

Job Description As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner! Hours 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site Compensation At S&C, we provide competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to...

Job Type Full-time Description With offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, Clark Dietz, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We are recognized leaders in transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical and construction engineering. We succeed Together and believe that an inclusive workplace builds stronger teams and better solutions for our clients and communities. Our culture promotes innovation, and professional growth through collaboration, mentoring and Communities of Practice. Position Overview We currently have an opportunity for an experienced engineer to join our Illinois Region as MEP Team Leader. This position will be based out of our Chicago office with WFH flexibility and designated office days. The Team Leader manages projects and staff and serves as a technical lead for one of the MEP disciplines (mechanical, electrical or plumbing). The MEP Team serves clients with planning,...

Overview We are designing the grid of the future! We are seeking an experienced Distribution Design Engineer with distribution design experience to support electric utility projects across northern Illinois. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing overhead and underground distribution systems in compliance with ComEd standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines. This role involves collaborating with internal engineering teams, utility clients, and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality distribution designs for new construction, system upgrades, and reliability improvement projects. Responsibilities How you can make an impact: Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems in accordance with ComEd standards and specifications Prepare and review distribution design packages , including: Construction drawings Pole Foreman Permitting/CAD Drawings Asset Suite 8 Utilize ComEd-approved tools and systems...

The Electrical Engineer III will contribute to electrical designs, physical designs and calculations. You will focus on the delivery of substation systems for our medium and high voltage substation projects. Typical projects include working within multi-disciplinary teams to assist in developing efficient and reliable solutions for intricate substation projects. What you will do: Design to client and regulatory requirements. The design and delivery of green and brown field medium and high voltage electrical substation project. Develop and maintain project documentation regarding protection and controls design and construction. Support the development of plans & sections, details, control building layouts, protection and controls, three-line diagrams, one line diagrams, station service AC/DC distribution diagrams, station battery systems, station SCADA systems, station fiber optic networks, load tap changers, reclosers, bill of material, cable schedule, etc. Keep...

Description At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they're well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you're ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape. Job overview and responsibilities Senior Line Engineers are part of a service engineering team that provide 24/7 engineering technical support for United Airlines Worldwide fleet of operational aircraft to ensure the timely return to service. Provide engineering support for a wide range of aircraft systems, maintenance programs, engines as well as operational engineering functions. Studies, analyzes, and seeks solutions to problems related to the design, operation, maintenance, performance, modification, or repair of aircraft,...

Job Description As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner! Hours • 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (Mon-Fri) - Onsite Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we...

Epstein is an established and well-respected 100+ year old Architecture, Interiors, Engineering and Construction firm. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Raleigh and Warsaw, Poland. We offer all employees a competitive wage and benefits package. Epstein is proud to be 100% employee owned. Epstein focuses on our community through our emphasis on community service, green initiatives and sustainable design delivering "best in class" creative project solutions. Overview The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, control, and integration of engineering activities and the development of project deliverables to ensure the success of their project. The individual designs power, lighting, and fire alarm systems for commercial, institutional and industrial facilities within a consulting engineering firm. The Senior Project Engineer utilizes his or her creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment to anticipate and solve...

About Us HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex...