Electrical Design Engineer: Power, Lighting & Controls (Rail)

Metra Commuter Rail; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra Commuter Rail in Chicago is seeking an Electrical Engineer to prepare design packages for power, lighting and control systems across Metra facilities. You will ensure code compliance and guide outside consultants, coordinating construction contractors and developing budgets and schedules.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering with five years of experience in power and lighting design, plus three years of indirect supervision, a valid driver's license, and flexibility for

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and five years of electrical engineering experience focused on power, lighting, and control design.
• Three years of indirect supervisory experience are required, plus a valid driver’s license and ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical design packages for power and lighting systems across Metra facilities.
• Coordinate construction contractors and outside consultants to ensure compliance and timely delivery.
• Develop cost estimates and schedules for capital projects and prepare project scopes and funding request forms.
• Guide project delivery from concept through approval and construction inspection.

Skills

Electrical Power System

Lighting System Design

Control System Design

Construction Management

Project Cost Estimation

Project Scheduling

Grant Development

Indirect Supervision

Construction Inspection

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Metra Commuter Rail in Chicago is seeking an Electrical Engineer to prepare design packages for power, lighting and control systems across Metra facilities. You will ensure code compliance and guide outside consultants, coordinating construction contractors and developing budgets and schedules.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering with five years of experience in power and lighting design, plus three years of indirect supervision, a valid driver's license, and flexibility for