Electrical Design Engineer I - Remote & Flexible

Cannon Design

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 51,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Flexible scheduling

Remote work options

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee perk programs

Job summary

CannonDesign is seeking a proficient engineer in Chicago to contribute to electrical and related system designs for educational, healthcare, corporate, and science/technology projects. You will work under a licensed engineer within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include creating technical designs, reviewing shop drawings, and improving coordination across disciplines. Candidates should have an engineering degree (ABET preferred) and internship experience, with EIT/FE preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering required by hire date; ABET-accredited program preferred.
Related student internship work experience preferred.
EIT/FE certification preferred.
Must have strong communication, teamwork, organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects.
Experience in engineering design software (Revit, Navisworks or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

Under supervision, design lighting, power distribution, communication systems and/or telecommunications systems, and fire alarm systems.
Under supervision, prepare technical design documentation.
Assist in the review and markup of shop drawing submittals.
Produce quality drawings following red lines and verbal instructions.
Recommend ways to improve process, quality, and coordination efforts.
Apply basic understanding of National Electrical Code, chapters 2 and 3.
May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
Perform other duties as assigned.