Electrical Engineer II (Buildings)

RS H; Chicago (IL); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 155 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model in Chicago

Mentorship culture

Professional growth opportunities

Employee-focused environment

Résumé du poste

RS&H in Chicago seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Buildings team. Hybrid work environment with collaboration across architects and engineers to deliver complex building projects.

You will lead electrical design, coordinate documents, engage clients, mentor staff, and contribute to proposals and business development. A PE license and ABET degree are required, with 7+ years in buildings electrical engineering.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• PE license in good standing required.
• 7+ years of electrical engineering experience in buildings.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Experience producing construction documents and using industry software.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required.

Responsabilités

• Lead and support electrical design and coordination from planning through construction.
• Develop engineering reports, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with architects, mechanical and structural engineers, and PMs.
• Engage with clients to understand goals and deliver technical solutions.
• Support proposals, presentations, and business development efforts.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews, field observations, and construction administration.
• Review junior staff work and mentor developing engineers and designers.
• Serve as technical resource and project lead on moderate to large-scale projects.
• Assist with scopes, schedules, staffing, and budget oversight.

Connaissances

Project leadership

Mentoring

Client communication

Code compliance

Construction documents

Formation

ABET-accredited degree in engineering

Description du poste

Electrical Engineer – Buildings | Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

RS&H is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our growing Buildings team in Chicago. This is an opportunity to work on impactful and complex projects while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, and design professionals in a flexible hybrid work environment.

We’re looking for a technically strong, client-focused engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, mentoring emerging professionals, and contributing to projects that shape communities and the built environment. Whether leading project efforts, collaborating across disciplines, or building client relationships, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions and driving project success.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support the electrical design and coordination of diverse building projects from planning through construction
• Develop engineering reports, plans, specifications, and construction documents
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, mechanical engineers, structural engineers, and project managers
• Engage directly with clients to understand project goals, provide technical guidance, and deliver innovative solutions
• Support proposal development, presentations, and other business development initiatives
• Conduct quality control reviews, field observations, and construction administration activities
• Review and guide junior staff’s work while mentoring developing engineers and designers
• Serve as a technical resource and project lead on moderate to large-scale projects
• Assist with project scopes, schedules, staffing coordination, and budget oversight

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing
• 7+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience within the buildings industry
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and design standards
• Experience producing construction documents and working within production software platforms
• Ability to lead technical discussions and navigate complex project challenges professionally and collaboratively
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and reviewing work for technical accuracy
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, contractors, and internal teams
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required due to federal project requirements

Why Join RS&H?

• Hybrid flexibility with a collaborative Chicago-based team
• Opportunity to work on impactful, multidisciplinary building projects
• Strong culture of mentorship, innovation, and professional growth
• Employee-focused environment where your expertise and ideas are valued
• Career advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized firm

The salary range for this position in Chicago is $110,000–$155,000 per year, representing the employer’s good‑faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on job‑related skills, experience, internal equity, and geographic location, where applicable.

This role may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an employee assistance program, retirement and financial protection programs (401(k), short‑and long‑term disability), paid time off (including holidays and paid parental leave), and HSA funding up to $1,200 annually.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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The Team

Our team designs facilities for clients in the in many different sectors. By working with our clients and listening to their needs, we gather a deep understanding of their desired outcomes, practicing creativity and innovation along the way. Become part of a team that’s redefining client service and success in a rapidly changing world.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.