Electrical Engineer – Power, Lighting & Systems Design

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being

Financial wellness plans

Performance bonuses

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join its team in the Chicago area, delivering design for diverse facilities, including government and commercial sites. You will design power distribution, lighting, and low‑voltage systems, and integrate fire alarm, security, and multimedia systems while coordinating with contractors and international clients.

Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, PE licensure (or eligibility within six months), and 5+ years in consulting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical, building, and energy codes.
• Ability to collaborate on multiple projects concurrently.
• Lead tasks and mentor CAD/Revit technicians and engineers.
• Experience observing field conditions and communicating with contractors.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong understanding of power system design analysis.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Familiarity with Lighting Calculation Software (Visual, AGI32).
• Familiarity with generator sizing software (Cummins Power Suite).
• Familiarity with voltage drop, fault current and arc flash calculators (EDR, Easypower, SKM).
• Familiarity with energy analysis software (ComCheck, FLACOM EnergyGauge).

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution for airports, commercial, governmental, and industrial facilities.
• Design lighting and lighting controls; integrate fire alarm, voice/data, access controls, CCTV, and other low voltage systems.
• Lead electrical design on multiple projects and coordinate with clients and contractors.
• Prepare electrical construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and construction administration.
• Collaborate with Departments of Transportation, DoD, railroads, and large private clients.
• Travel to meet project requirements, including out-of-state travel as needed.
• Review field conditions and ensure conformance with design intent.
• Oversee CAD/Revit technicians and other engineers or designers.
• Ensure compliance with energy codes and standards; perform power system analyses.

Skills

Electrical codes

Multi-project collaboration

Task leadership

Field observations

Communication skills

Power system design

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

REVIT

Lighting calculation software

Generator sizing software

Voltage drop calculators

Energy analysis software

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional engineer licensure (or ability to obtain in 6 months)

5+ years in electrical engineering consultancies

Experience with electrical construction drawings and specs

Tools

None specified

Job description

Hanson is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join its team in the Chicago area, delivering design for diverse facilities, including government and commercial sites. You will design power distribution, lighting, and low‑voltage systems, and integrate fire alarm, security, and multimedia systems while coordinating with contractors and international clients.

Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, PE licensure (or eligibility within six months), and 5+ years in consulting.