Electrical Engineer - Power Systems

Ghafari Associates, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) match

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ghafari Associates, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Power Systems in a hybrid Chicago-based role. You will perform short circuit analysis, arc flash studies, and protective device coordination to support facilities across healthcare, education, and industry.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in electrical engineering with PE license and proficiency in SKM/ETAP/EasyPower, Revit, and AutoCAD. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer’s License is required.
• 10+ years related and progressively more responsible experience in electrical engineering field.
• 5+ years experience performing short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination and arc flash hazard analysis studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform short circuit analysis to evaluate fault currents and equipment ratings.
• Conduct overcurrent protection device coordination studies for selective tripping.
• Evaluate systems for selective coordination per NFPA 70 and recommend solutions.
• Perform arc flash hazard analysis per IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E.
• Evaluate and implement arc flash mitigation strategies and labeling.
• Create arc flash labels and verify field installation.
• Conduct site visits to gather data and verify conditions.
• Utilize power system software for modeling and analysis (SKM/ETAP/EasyPower).
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team technical development.
• Edit and draft project specifications.

Skills

Short-circuit analysis

Overcurrent coordination

Arc flash analysis

Power system software SKM/ETAP/EasyPow

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

BIM 360/ACC

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer’s License

Tools

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

Hybrid

Chicago, IL

Full time

R-100238

Job Description:

General Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Electrical Engineering or senior staff, the Electrical Engineer – Power Systems will specialize in performing and documenting power system studies, including short circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard studies. The engineer will provide detailed engineering analysis for industrial, commercial, educational, governmental, and healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires proficiency in power system modeling software, field data collection, and collaboration with project teams to deliver high-quality, reliable electrical engineering solutions.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform short circuit analysis to evaluate fault currents and ensure proper short-circuit current ratings of electrical equipment.
• Conduct overcurrent protection device coordination studies to determine overcurrent protective device settings for selective tripping and ensure system reliability.
• Evaluate systems for selective coordination where required per NFPA 70 and recommend solutions to comply with NFPA 70.
• Perform comprehensive arc flash hazard analysis per IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E to determine the arc flash boundaries, incident energy, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend arc flash mitigation strategies to reduce incident energy levels.
• Create arc flash labels in accordance with NFPA 70E and client standards.
• Conduct site visits to apply arc flash labels.
• Ensure proper application of arc flash labels when installed by the contractor.
• Conduct motor-starting studies to assess the impact of starting large motors on electrical power systems.
• Utilize power system software tools such as SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower for power systems modeling and analysis.
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, schedules, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Conduct site visits to gather field data and verify existing conditions to support accurate study results.
• Collaborate with project teams, including the Project Manager, Electrical Engineer, and client, to define project scope, budget, and design approach.
• Adhere to project quality, budget, and schedule.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team technical development
• Edit and draft project specifications.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Employment Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
• Professional Engineer’s License is required

Experience:

• 10+ years related and progressively more responsible experience in electrical engineering field.
• 5+ years experience performing short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination and arc flash hazard analysis studies.

Skills/Competencies:

• Proficiency short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination and arc flash hazard software (SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower)
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Bluebeam
• BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits:

At Ghafari, we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Teladoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional License Reimbursement
• Educational Assistance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $120,000.00. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/), Crain’s Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool), and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects).

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affmtitive Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process.

It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.

Ghafari is a community where talent thrives. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your skills, collaborate with industry leaders, and work on transformative projects around the globe.