Senior Electrical Engineer — Mission-Critical Systems

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

Job summary

HED is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design and technical delivery for large, mission-critical projects, from schematics through construction administration. The role emphasizes independent content delivery, QAQC, and cross-disciplinary coordination in a hybrid Chicago-area setting.

The successful candidate will mentor junior engineers, guide system selection and documentation strategy, and collaborate with architectural, structural, and civil teams to ensure quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent required.
• P.E. licensure required.
• 10+ years in the AEC industry preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and documentation of complex electrical systems with minimal oversight.
• Validate electrical calculations and integrate results into design.
• Oversee electrical Revit models setup and documentation.
• Coordinate with architecture, structural, and civil teams to resolve conflicts.
• Serve as primary electrical technical contact across project teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and assist in staff development.

Skills

Electrical design

Interdisciplinary coordination

Mentoring team

Client-facing presentations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Revit

Job description

HED is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design and technical delivery for large, mission-critical projects, from schematics through construction administration. The role emphasizes independent content delivery, QAQC, and cross-disciplinary coordination in a hybrid Chicago-area setting.

The successful candidate will mentor junior engineers, guide system selection and documentation strategy, and collaborate with architectural, structural, and civil teams to ensure quality and