Electrical Engineering Manager

Milhouse; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the design and development of electrical systems across various facilities while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles. With a hybrid work schedule, this position offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation and contribute to exciting projects in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering for facilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of electrical engineers.
• Oversee design and development of electrical systems.
• Serve as primary technical contact for clients.

Skills

Electrical Design

Project Management

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

AIG

SKM

Job description

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Base pay range

$141,400.00/yr - $214,900.00/yr

The Electrical Engineering Manager will lead and oversee the electrical engineering team within the Facilities Group. This role is responsible formanaging project execution on time and on budget, technical quality, team development, assist with proposals, perform technical field surveys if necessary, and client engagement for electrical systems in industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering design, team leadership, and project management.

**Please note this role will follow our hybrid schedule of 4 days in-office at either our downtown Chicago office or Lombard office.

What you will do:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of electrical engineers and designers.
• Oversee the design and development of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for various facility types.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical designs into broader facility engineering projects.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources while ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for clients, providing guidance and addressing concerns.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in electrical design methodologies.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, client presentations, and strategic planning.

What we are looking for:

• Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and other relevant standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in AIG and SKM.

Your background:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering for facilities, including at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Certifications in LEED, Value Engineering, Energy Management or similar certifications are preferred.
• Memberships and active participation in discipline specific professional organizations such as IEEE, CEE, etc.

The actual base pay depends upon many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

While we provide a range, we'd love to hear from you if you are in or outside of this range as we are always looking to cater roles to the Talent we find!!

Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Engineering, and Project Management

• Industries

  Utilities

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

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