Electrical Associate Engineer: Field Design & Growth Path

Hbk-Engineering,-LL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HBK Engineering, LLC is a full‑service engineering design firm in Chicago, IL, seeking an Electrical Associate Graduate Engineer. This role focuses on designing systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects and advancing creative solutions across electrical, structural, civil, and construction domains.

You will own the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and closeout, with growing responsibility in client communication and project risk management.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering is required.
• EIT certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work both independently and in cross‑functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with Office 365 and related collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects.
• Develop creative solutions to address electrical, structural, civil, and construction challenges.
• Own all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation to closeout.
• Prepare detailed engineering documents using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and asset management platforms.
• Analyze surveys, atlas data, field sketches, and datasheets to inform designs.
• Produce clear reports and studies meeting client requirements.
• Collaborate with project management and leadership to manage risk.
• Communicate complex engineering matters to internal teams and field resources.
• Manage time and schedule to meet milestones.
• Conduct field walkdowns with clients and stakeholders; travel <25%.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

EIT Certification (preferred)

Office365 proficiency

Independent & team work

Strong communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

HBK Engineering, LLC is a full‑service engineering design firm in Chicago, IL, seeking an Electrical Associate Graduate Engineer. This role focuses on designing systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects and advancing creative solutions across electrical, structural, civil, and construction domains.

You will own the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and closeout, with growing responsibility in client communication and project risk management.