Electrical Designer

AECOM; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks an Electrical Designer to support its US Energy Practice in Chicago. The role involves electrical design for various market sectors, requiring strong CAD skills and teamwork. Candidates will contribute to impactful projects, taking on responsibilities from initial designs to final deliverables.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work options

Career development programs

Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience or equivalent education.
• High level design and CAD skills.
• Experience on complex multi-disciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and progress designs from feasibility to detail.
• Prepare electrical deliverables with a focus on safety and cost.
• Collaborate effectively with design teams for quality output.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

Plant3D

Navisworks

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldâs most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM has a position available for an Electrical Designer to support our growing US Energy Practice. AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices located in multiple locations across the United States.

Our team provides a wide range of electrical engineering services across markets sectors including industrial facilities (mining, water treatment, Oil and Gas, Power Generation) transmission (substations, OH/UG transmission systems, generator interconnections, interconnection strategy), power distribution (OH/UG power systems, substations, EV charging networks, microgrid design, etc.), renewables (Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems, Wind), and next generation energy (hydrogen, fuel cells, electrolyzers, etc.).

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding and experience in electrical design and technology principles. She/he will be expected to work successfully within a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with other project team members and customers. He/she will have a high level of initiative, motivation, and displays drive, energy and enthusiasm for getting things done with an excellent attention to detail.

The responsibilities of this role also include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Ability to take general direction, simple sketches from engineers, client and company standards, design criteria to then develop and progress through all stages of design – feasibility through detail design
• Day to day design and preparation of electrical deliverables to achieve efficient facility design considering constructability, safety and cost
• Equipment general arrangements, one lines, schematics, plans (grounding, lighting, cable tray, power, instrument), wiring diagrams, installation details etc.
• Function as Electrical CAD lead on all small to medium projects
• Prepare bills of materials and quantity take offs
• Employ a variety of data sources to build project model environment including but not limited to laser scan, vendor files, existing base surfaces from LiDAR, survey points and contours.
• Detailed understanding of coordinate systems and the ability to transform data from one system to another
• Data management (e.g. vendor data, client data) through the project life cycle
• Applies strong knowledge of industry standards, guides, specifications, and procedures specific to working in with US electrical and instrument infrastructure and networks at industrial facilities
• Ensure that the technical and safety standards are maintained in all aspects of design work
• Collaborate effectively with US and international design staff to create quality deliverables
• Participate in site field visits and walk downs
• Meeting with clients for project kickoff, ongoing design review, and project close out.
• Performs both routine and non-routine, complex design assignments that require judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations
• Maintain open communication with project team (including remote staff) regarding workload planning, task estimating and budgeting
• Creating, updating, and implementing group specific standards
• Contributes to a complete and integrated set of digital project content which includes but not limited to identification of discipline and vendor interfaces, clashes, etc. by working co-operatively with team members to resolve issues
• Assist with preparation of project specification and contract documents
• Ability to check and verify work prepared by peer/group

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• High level design and CAD skills and technical competency in the field of electrical engineering
• Physical design experience on complex multi-disciplinary projects
• Demonstrated experience in AutoCAD 3D modeling environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Adaptability and fervent curiosity in learning new software and applications
• Experience creating drawings (e.g. power plans, wiring schematics) with limited direction from engineering team
• Experience utilizing and integrating data sets into 3D model (e.g. laser scans, LiDAR, etc.)
• Experience in Plant3D, CadWorx, Revit, ReCap
• Experience working in collaborative model environments (e.g. Navisworks)
• Experience in the management of Common Data Environments including ProjectWise, BIM 360
• Experience with field walk downs
• 2+ yrs experience as project technical electrical design lead
• Strong experience leveraging laser scan or other data sets to inform design development
• Knowledge of typical stakeholders and be able to anticipate data requests and expectations
• Understanding of vendor documentation and it’s use as a reference for assigned tasks
• Demonstrated experience in participating complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and CAD teams
• Comprehensive knowledge of industry (incl safety) standards (e.g. NEC/NFPA 70, OSHA 1910)

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role
• Sponsorship is available for this role

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $90,000.00 - $115,000.00.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10131297

Business Line: Energy

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Digital & Engineering Technology

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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