Electrical Project Engineer

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd.; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

PTO

401(k) matching

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) seeks an Electrical Project Engineer to join the Mechanical/Electrical Department in our Rosemont headquarters.

The role focuses on municipal, IDOT, tollway, and local lighting projects, plus ITS, site and parking lot lighting, power for events, and related infrastructure. You will design, mentor junior engineers, manage design and modeling, and coordinate with utilities and clients while staying hands-on.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• PE license preferred, or actively working toward licensure.

Responsibilities

• Prepares design plans, specifications, and related documents for engineering projects.
• Documents design work progress for QA/QC reviews.
• Evaluates site conditions and coordinates with utility companies.
• Performs calculations for design of project features.
• Develops quantity and cost estimations for design projects.
• Supports proposals for future work.
• Mentors junior engineers and provides technical guidance.
• Acts as liaison with clients, contractors, and site activities.
• Manages project costs through budget handling, invoicing, and reporting.

Skills

Electrical design

Project coordination

Communication

Independent work

Familiarity with Illinois agencies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Are you an electrical engineer who thrives on solving complex problems, supporting technical teams, and making a tangible impact on the communities around you? Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. (CBBEL) is looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Mechanical/Electrical Department at our Rosemont headquarters.

Our Rosemont office is centrally located within the Chicago metropolitan area and serves as the hub for our engineering services operations across the region. Our Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Department focuses on municipal, IDOT, tollway and county roadway/streetscape lighting projects, as well as site and parking lot lighting, ITS, local event power, standby generators, potable water pump stations, stormwater pump stations, sewage lift stations, electric vehicle chargers and more.

This role allows you to independently apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to moderately complex projects. If you enjoy providing technical guidance, oversight and mentoring junior engineers while staying hands‑on with design and modeling, this might be the perfect next step in your career.

At CBBEL, Our Values Guide Everything We Do

• Integrity – We follow through on our promises.
• Excellence – We’re always learning, growing, and raising the bar.
• Fellowship – We support each other like a true team.
• Resilience – We stay steady even when challenges arise.
• Collaboration – We bring our best when we work together.

Sound like your kind of environment? Let’s dive into the details.

What You’ll Do

• Prepares design plans, specifications, and related documents for the development of engineering projects at the direction of their manager.
• Documents all design work progress in writing, drawings, sketches, calculations, or tabulations for the quality assurance reviews of work performed by other staff including completion of the department QA/QC process.
• Evaluates existing site conditions, including topographic survey, and geotechnical field data collection.
• Coordinates with utility companies for new services and/or to determine if relocations are necessary with regards to the design project.
• Performs required calculations for the accurate and complete design of project features.
• Develops and/or back checks quantity and cost estimations for design projects.
• Utilizes value engineering, technical input and contributions from others throughout design process.
• Assists in the preparations of proposals for future work.
• Continually develops personal knowledge of engineering and construction best practices and standards by leveraging job experience.
• Acts as liaison with clients, contractors, or others directly involved with the project, assisting with required coordination and problem solving between parties and site activities.
• Assists in controlling project costs by managing the budget, invoicing, and reporting of projects, for both internal and client needs.
• Expands existing network by attending networking events and fostering new relationships that can contribute to potential talent identification and business development opportunities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experience
• PE license preferred, or actively working toward licensure
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software and CAD tools – experience with MicroStation and Geopak, or similar tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D or OpenRoads Designer
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and multi‑tasks
• Familiarity with local agencies including Illinois municipalities, IDOT, and regulatory permitting agencies

Not Sure You’re a Perfect Match?

• That’s okay. If you have related experience in construction engineering, site development, transportation, infrastructure, water resources, utility coordination, or regulatory permitting and are passionate about civil design, we encourage you to apply.
• Bring your initiative and technical expertise. We’ll bring mentorship, flexibility, and opportunities to help you grow.

Why Join CBBEL?

CBBEL is a full‑service civil engineering firm with more than 250 professionals committed to delivering accurate, timely and cost‑effective solutions to a wide range of engineering and environmental challenges. One out of every three team members has been with us for more than 20 years, demonstrating how our values create a place where people want to grow.

Our Team Serves As Municipal Engineer For 26 Communities And Supports Hundreds Of Public And Private Sector Clients With Planning, Design, And Construction Services. We Boast a Highly Talented, Experienced And Educated Team And Are Proud Of Our Successful, Long‑term Relationships With a Wide Variety Of Clients Throughout Chicagoland.

When You Join Us, You’ll Find

• Clear growth opportunities in civil design technical development, project management, or specialized areas like Construction, Environmental, or Water Resources
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and discretionary bonuses
• A team that values your input, supports your goals, and celebrates shared success

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of CBBEL to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, parenthood, creed, veteran’s status, veteran’s disability and physical or mental disability, citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. CBBEL intends that all matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, terminations, layoffs and recalls, as well as all CBBEL sponsored social and recreational programs, and all treatment on the job, be free of unlawful discriminatory practices. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].