Electrical Engineer II

LJC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401k

Generous PTO

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

LJC Design & Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer II in Chicago to develop detailed electrical designs and provide engineering support during construction. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess over 5 years of experience. Key responsibilities include creating power plans, performing electrical load studies, and collaborating with project teams. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $155,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applicable experience in electrical engineering.
• Completion of FE exam is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of National Electrical Code and applicable Building Codes.
• Understanding of short circuit current evaluation and arc flash analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical installation drawings for building systems.
• Create power, grounding, and lighting plans using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Provide technical support to project managers and designers.
• Consult with vendors to review project shop drawings.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Clayco is a full‑service, turnkey real‑estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

About LJC

LJC Design & Engineering is a full‑service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design. We are a team of high‑energy professionals who share a passion for design, a collaborative approach, and a casual culture. We solve challenges by leveraging the collective expertise and ingenuity of the best and brightest minds across development, design, and construction.

The Role We Want You For

The Electrical Engineer II will develop and prepare detailed electrical installation drawings for building systems and provide engineering support during construction. All engineering is to be done in compliance with all applicable electrical and building codes, customer requirements and company engineering/design standards. Support projects within the industrial & commercial business units including Food & Beverage, Chemical Manufacturing, Consumer Products, E‑commerce, and healthcare.

The Specifics of the Role

• Develop conceptual and detailed electrical designs in medium & low voltage power distribution, lighting, and special systems.
• Create power plans, grounding plans, lighting plans, single line diagrams, and panel schedules using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Develop electrical equipment specifications including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and panels.
• Prepares short circuit, ampacity, and voltage drop calculations.
• Produce electrical load studies and utility service size estimates.
• Provide electrical support to designers throughout the BIM modeling process.
• Assist in preparing project scopes of work, electrical specifications, and reports.
• Consults with vendors and reviews project shop drawings for design accuracy and contract requirements.
• Provides technical support to project managers, field personnel, estimators, and customers.
• Assist in updating internal electrical standards and specifications.
• Meet with A/E teams to review designs and coordinate scope items.
• Review information shared by other disciplines to confirm equipment data power requirements.
• Review and approve contractor submittals and RFIs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of applicable experience.
• Completion of FE exam a plus.
• Basic knowledge of National Electrical Code and applicable Building Codes.
• Ability to work in Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
• Understanding of short circuit current evaluation and arc flash analysis a plus.
• Basic knowledge of engineering analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower a plus.
• Basic working knowledge of the Electrical Construction industry.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Products including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills.

Some Things You Should Know

• This position is based in our St. Louis, MO office.

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $120,000–155,000+/- annually (not adjusted for location).