Electrical Engineer

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide technical oversight for projects in the Midwest. This hybrid role involves reviewing proposals, performing essential power system studies, and leading project coordination activities. Ideal candidates will have a passion for engineering excellence and a proven background in industrial settings, contributing to innovative solutions across various sectors.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 5 years of prior professional experience required.
• Experience in heavy industrial engineering projects preferred.
• Knowledge of power system analysis software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review client proposals and prepare estimates and proposals.
• Perform power system studies and walkdowns at client facilities.
• Lead electrical projects and develop construction packages.

Skills

Engineering design competency

Technical support

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Job description

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Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is seeking an ambitious Electrical Engineer to provide technical support and oversight for electrical projects in our Midwest North Region. The position requires demonstrated engineering and design competency, preferably in a consulting environment, and with heavy industrial engineering projects. This is a hybrid position that will require occasional travel to our Hammond, IN Office and local client sites when needed.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Review client requests for proposals and scopes of work. Act as Orbital representative at bid walkdowns. Prepare manhour estimates and proposals.
• Perform power system studies (Short Circuit, Arc Flash, Coordination, Load Flow, etc.) and associated walkdowns at client facilities.
• Participate in and/or lead electrical projects and develop contractor construction packages including single line diagrams, equipment plans, cable/conduit routing plans, interconnecting wiring diagrams, loop diagrams and scopes of work. For larger projects, coordinate with other engineers and designers as required to execute the scope. Review calculations and deliverables for completeness and accuracy prior to issuance to client.
• Perform and review power system studies and other electrical design calculations.
• Support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource
• Participate in and/or lead internal and external quality and design review meetings throughout the course of the project
• Develop, maintain and upgrade technical standards/specifications to be used on specific projects
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in corporate Quality Management System
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of prior professional experience
• Exposure to the Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries & Petrochemical and/or Utilities & Power Generation industries
• Proficiency in AutoCAD

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SKM, ETAP, or similar power system analysis software
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification and ability to obtain certification in other states

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Design, and Project Management

• Industries

  Engineering Services, Design Services, and Oil and Gas

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