Senior Design Engineer

Electricalresource Management; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Generous PTO allotment

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

Electricalresource Management in Wheaton, IL, is seeking a Senior Design Engineer specializing in Electrical Distribution. This role involves leading design efforts for both overhead and underground systems, conducting load flow studies, and mentoring junior engineers.

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a PE license are required, along with 8+ years of relevant experience. Exceptional benefits are provided, including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of utility or utility consulting experience.
• Strong distribution engineering background.
• Ability to obtain PE license immediately.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering efforts for utility projects.
• Execute and review engineering studies.
• Serve as technical lead to utility clients.
• Support grid modernization and reliability initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Overhead and underground distribution systems design

Load flow studies

Voltage drop analysis

Short circuit studies

Protection coordination

Client-facing experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license

Tools

CYME

Synergi

ETAP

Job description

Senior Design Engineer# Senior Design EngineerWheaton, IL 60187; SHOREWOOD, IL 60604## OverviewSalary Range$130,000.00 - $165,000.00 Salary/yearPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionThe Will Group is seeking a Senior Design Engineer – Electrical Distribution to help lead utility engineering projects serving Commonwealth Edison and other Exelon operating companies.This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring others, and building strong client relationships while helping modernize the electric grid.As a Senior Design Engineer, you will:• Lead design and engineering efforts for overhead and underground distribution systems • Execute and review load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, and protection coordination studies • Serve as a technical lead and trusted advisor to utility clients • Support infrastructure planning, grid modernization, DER integration, and reliability improvement initiatives • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices • Help drive successful project delivery across multiple utility organizationsQualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering • PE license required (or ability to obtain immediately) • 8+ years of utility or utility consulting experience • Strong distribution engineering background • Experience with CYME, Synergi, ETAP, or similar analysis tools • Client-facing experience and strong communication skillsWhy TWG Engineering?Our engineers work directly with some of the nation's largest electric utilities while enjoying the agility, visibility, and career growth opportunities that come with a growing consulting firm. You'll have the opportunity to influence technical standards, mentor developing engineers, and make a measurable impact on critical infrastructure projects.**Good Faith Salary Range:** The annual starting salary for this position is between $130,000 to $165,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.**Additional Benefits Include:*** An excellent benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with company match, generous PTO allotment, paid volunteer time off, 10 1⁄2 days of holiday pay, continuing education reimbursement and much more.* A work environment that values and respects diverse people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas.**Compliance Statement (Illinois AI Notice Requirement Effective Jan. 1, 2026)**The Will Group does not use artificial intelligence in any way that discriminates against applicants based on protected characteristics and complies fully with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. All final hiring decisions will be made by a human. Applicants may contact Human Resources with any questions regarding our use of artificial intelligence in the hiring process. This notice is provided in compliance with Illinois law.If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and help shape the future of electric distribution systems, we'd love to connect.