Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Specialist Training

4 Weeks PTO

Relocation Assistance

Full Benefits

401(k) Match

Weekends Off

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a Medium Voltage power distribution background to own the full design lifecycle of MV switchgear and switchboards.

You will work directly with senior leadership, receive weekly specialist training, and have a fast-track path to management. The role includes a $115,000–$140,000 salary, 10% bonus, relocation support, full benefits, a 401(k) match and 4 weeks PTO.

Qualifications

• Electrical design experience within power distribution (switchgear or switchboards).
• Advanced understanding of Medium Voltage controls, wiring, and circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design of complex MV switchgear, including 2D elevations, section views, and electrical schematics.
• Managing the submittal and approval phase, focusing on intricate controls and advanced wiring systems.
• Receiving specialist training and direct mentorship from VPs and senior leadership via weekly sessions.

Skills

Electrical design in MV power distrib

2D elevations & schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Medium Voltage Power Distribution

$115,000 - $140,000 + 10% Bonus + Specialist Training + 4 Weeks PTO + Relocation Assistance + Full Benefits + 401(k) Match + Weekends Off!

Chicago, IL

Are you a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a Medium Voltage power distribution background looking to take full ownership of complex switchgear designs from concept through to on-site production? Do you want to be recognized as a technical expert at a market-leading company, working directly with senior leadership on a clear, fast-track path to management? This is a prestigious, market-leading specialist in Low and Medium Voltage switchgear. Following a period of massive growth, they are expanding their operations and investing heavily in their people. They pride themselves on an innovative, autonomous culture that lets engineers put their own stamp on complex projects and drive real change across the business. On offer is a pivotal role managing the full design lifecycle of bespoke Medium Voltage solutions, focusing on the intricate controls and complex wiring unique to MV projects. To keep you at the front of the field, you will benefit from a unique 'whole-team' weekly training initiative where senior experts share specialist knowledge across both electrical and mechanical disciplines. This role would suit a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a specialist focus on Medium Voltage switchgear and switchboards, looking for greater technical complexity and a fast-track to management.

The Role:

• Leading the design of complex Medium Voltage switchgear, including 2D elevations, section views, and electrical schematics.
• Managing the submittal and approval phase, focusing on intricate controls and advanced wiring systems.
• Receiving specialist training and direct mentorship from VPs and senior leadership via weekly sessions.

The Person:

• Electrical design experience within power distribution (switchgear or switchboards)
• Advanced technical understanding of Medium Voltage controls, complex wiring, and circuitry
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Key Words: Electrical Design Engineer, Medium Voltage, MV, Power Distribution, Switchgear, Switchboards, High Voltage, Controls, Circuitry, Breakers, 2D Design, CAD, Elevation Drawings, BOM, Schematics, Power Systems, Manufacturing, Project Lifecycle, Technical Lead, Addison, Chicago, Engineering Management.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.