Electrical Design Engineer – Utilities & Field Projects

HBK Engineering, LLC; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

HBK Engineering, LLC is seeking an Electrical Associate Graduate Engineer to design engineering systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects. You will own the design lifecycle from initiation to construction closeout, delivering creative solutions across electrical, structural, civil, and construction disciplines.

The role targets early-career engineers with a BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited). EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• EIT Certification (preferred).
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• US driver's license and US work authorization.
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong technology skills and understanding of the Office365 suite of tools.
• Working knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including generating layout drawings and project materials.
• Understanding of remote communication software.
• Experience collaborating with teams to complete larger projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Persistence to see projects through to completion.
• Adaptability to change in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering systems in compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects.
• Deploy creative and unique solutions to address complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.
• Own all phases of the design lifecycle from project initiation through construction completion and closeout.
• Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms.
• Analyze information from topographical surveys, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, and manufacturer equipment datasheets.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements.
• Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk.
• Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources.
• Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.
• Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.
• Travel as needed, typically less than 25%

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Strong verbal and written communicatie

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

EIT Certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

Office365

Remote communication software

Job description

HBK Engineering, LLC is seeking an Electrical Associate Graduate Engineer to design engineering systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects. You will own the design lifecycle from initiation to construction closeout, delivering creative solutions across electrical, structural, civil, and construction disciplines.

The role targets early-career engineers with a BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited). EIT is preferred.