Electrical Design Specialist — Employee-Owned

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR seeks an Electrical Technical Specialist in Chicago to help design and optimize building electrical systems for data centers and commercial spaces. You will work under a licensed engineer to produce design drawings, calculations, and contract documents while collaborating with other disciplines.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical design experience, proficiency with CAD, strong communication, and a commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in the discipline.
• Hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline.
• Knowledge of industry standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering assignments under the direct supervision of a licensed engineer.
• Design tasks involving judgment in evaluating, selecting and applying engineering techniques and procedures.
• Production of design drawings and construction documents through the use of computer aided design and other software.
• Preparation of design or quantity calculations.
• Preparation of specifications and contract documents.
• Coordination with other disciplines as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervising engineer.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR seeks an Electrical Technical Specialist in Chicago to help design and optimize building electrical systems for data centers and commercial spaces. You will work under a licensed engineer to produce design drawings, calculations, and contract documents while collaborating with other disciplines.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical design experience, proficiency with CAD, strong communication, and a commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.