Lead Electrical Engineer

Delta Engineering Group, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS of IL health wellness programs

6% match 401(k)

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Training and professional development

Partial reimbursement towards co-ins/…

Job summary

Delta Engineering Group, LLC, headquartered in downtown Chicago, seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership for facilities and infrastructure projects. You will independently lead design and project delivery, mentor staff, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape the electrical practice.

The firm offers a hybrid work schedule with three remote days per week and a diverse portfolio spanning transportation, rail, aviation, municipal facilities and public infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Illinois PE license required.
• Minimum ten (10) years of electrical engineering design experience.
• Ability to independently lead electrical design and construction documents.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and IEEE standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and/or MicroStation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with SKM Power Tools is a plus.
• Public-sector experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, design criteria, man-hour estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Independently manage assigned projects and support other project managers.
• Coordinate with clients and other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects.
• Direct and mentor supporting engineers and technicians in contract documents.
• Oversee milestone deliverables, calculations, drawings, specifications, and estimates.
• Participate in site investigations, client meetings, and construction-phase services.
• Contribute to proposals and business development activities as needed.
• Lead electrical design for facilities, including lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, communications, single-line diagrams, and building systems.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Project management

Education

Illinois PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MicroStation

SKM Power Tools

Job description

Delta Engineering Group is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership for our facilities and infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and capable of independently leading electrical engineering design and project delivery. This position will work directly with our Electrical Department Manager and executive leadership to oversee project execution, mentor supporting staff, and contribute to the continued development of our electrical engineering practice.

Headquartered in downtown Chicago, Delta provides a diverse range of electrical engineering services including facilities design, power distribution, roadway lighting, fiber optic communications, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Our projects span transportation, rail, aviation, municipal facilities, and public infrastructure.

Why Delta?

As a smaller, independently operated consulting engineering firm, Delta offers an environment where experienced engineers can take ownership of their work, make meaningful technical decisions, and contribute directly to the success of the organization. Our nimble and collaborative approach allows us to adapt to project challenges, work across disciplines, and maintain close relationships with clients and firm leadership.

We offer the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of public infrastructure projects, a supportive environment for professional growth, and a hybrid work schedule with three remote days per week.

Project Planning & Management Responsibilities:

• Develop project scopes, design criteria, man-hour estimates, budgets, and schedules
• Independently manage assigned projects and support other project managers as needed
• Coordinate with clients and other engineering disciplines on multidisciplinary projects
• Direct and mentor supporting engineers and technicians in the preparation of contract documents
• Oversee milestone deliverables, including calculations, drawings, specifications, and estimates
• Participate in site investigations, client meetings, and construction-phase services
• Contribute technical expertise to proposals and business development activities as needed
• Lead electrical engineering design for facilities, including lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, communications, single-line diagrams, and associated building systems
• Perform or oversee electrical calculations, including load analysis, voltage drop, and sizing of generators and transformers
• Perform or review power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc-flash evaluations
• Develop electrical system concepts, equipment selections, technical specifications, and design solutions consistent with applicable codes and client standards
• Review engineering drawings prepared in AutoCAD, Revit, and MicroStation
• Lead technical QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with engineering standards

Minimum Qualifications:

• Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant electrical engineering design experience in commercial, institutional, industrial, or public infrastructure facilities
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead electrical design and preparation of construction documents
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and industry practices, including NEC and applicable NFPA and IEEE standards
• Experience with engineering design and CADD environments, including AutoCAD, Revit, and/or MicroStation
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills
• Experience with SKM Power Tools or equivalent power system analysis software is a plus
• Previous experience with public-sector clients is preferred but not required

The Benefits Program Includes:

• BCBS of IL health wellness programs which cover gym discounts, flu shots, and biometric screenings
• Partial reimbursement provided towards Co-Insurance / Deductibles.
• 401(k) retirement plan w/ 6% match
• Individual and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Training and professional development courses