Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Hybrid, Leadership & Impact

Northern Impact; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Northern Impact is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for its Chicago practice. The role combines technical leadership with team mentorship, guiding high‑level MEP electrical design across healthcare, education, commercial, and other markets.

You will manage projects from planning through construction, ensuring high standards, strong client service, and strict adherence to codes and industry best practices. Hybrid schedule with two days in the Chicago office is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 10 years of experience in MEP electrical design and consulting.
• Professional Engineer license and LEED accreditation are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system planning, engineering, design, and interdisciplinary coordination for complex building projects.
• Prepare and oversee drawings, specifications, calculations, studies, and other technical deliverables.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality while maintaining clear communication with clients and project partners.
• Guide, mentor, and support electrical design staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with architects, owners, contractors, and other clients.
• Provide construction administration, respond to field questions, and conduct site observations for assigned projects.
• Apply applicable building codes and engineering standards to deliver safe, efficient, and coordinated solutions.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Client service

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Building codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Northern Impact is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for its Chicago practice. The role combines technical leadership with team mentorship, guiding high‑level MEP electrical design across healthcare, education, commercial, and other markets.

You will manage projects from planning through construction, ensuring high standards, strong client service, and strict adherence to codes and industry best practices. Hybrid schedule with two days in the Chicago office is supported.