Senior Electrical Engineer (PE License Required)

J&T Business Consulting; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 130 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible work schedules

Medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) with company match

Licensure support & professional dev.

Résumé du poste

BKV Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a PE license to lead electrical design across multi-family, commercial, and civic projects in Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX. The role requires at least 10 years of focused electrical building systems experience and strong leadership.

You will guide design and documentation, mentor junior staff, coordinate with architecture and MEP teams, and ensure QA/QC while adhering to NEC, ASHRAE/IECC codes and local requirements.

Qualifications

• Active PE license required.
• 10+ years of focused electrical building systems design experience (power, lighting, life safety).
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Solid understanding of NEC, energy codes (ASHRAE/IECC), IBC and local codes.

Responsabilités

• Analyze project criteria and specs to design compliant energy-efficient electrical systems.
• Lead calculations, models, and construction document sets.
• Coordinate with architecture, structural, mechanical, interior design, and PM teams.
• Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and assess field conditions during construction.
• Provide technical mentorship to project engineers and junior staff.
• Establish and maintain firm-wide electrical design standards and QA/QC procedures.
• Communicate concepts, options, and project status to clients and authorities.

Connaissances

PE License

Leadership & Mentoring

Verbal & Written Communication

Revit Proficiency

Outils

Autodesk Revit

Description du poste

Senior Electrical Engineer (PE License Required)

Chicago, United States | Posted on 11/05/2026

Salary Range: $130,000 – $160,000 / year (commensurate with experience)

About the Role

Seeking an experienced and collaborative Senior Electrical Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of focused electrical design experience to join BKV Group in Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX.

In this role, you will provide senior technical leadership and design direction for the local practice site and the national Electrical Engineering discipline. You will lead the electrical engineering design and documentation across multi-family housing, commercial, and civic/government developments, coordinate interdisciplinary design packages, mentor emerging engineering talent, and support projects through construction administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze project design criteria, technical specifications, and performance parameters to engineer compliant, energy-efficient power, lighting, and life-safety systems.
• Execute, direct, and oversee electrical engineering calculations, system models, and construction document sets.
• Coordinate electrical design solutions closely with architecture, structural, mechanical/plumbing, interior design, and project management teams.
• Support the construction administration phase by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and evaluating field conditions.
• Provide technical mentorship, coaching, and career guidance to project engineers, designers, and junior staff.
• Collaborate with senior engineering leadership to establish, refine, and maintain firm-wide electrical design standards and best practices.
• Partner with the Director of Electrical Engineering to execute rigorous quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews across all electrical deliverables.
• Communicate project status, design concepts, and engineering options clearly to clients, municipal authorities, and project stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of focused electrical building systems design experience (power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, and life safety) across commercial, multi-family, or civic projects.
• BIM / CAD Software: Demonstrated proficiency with Autodesk Revit for electrical design and documentation.
• Codes & Standards: Comprehensive understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), energy codes (ASHRAE/IECC), IBC, and relevant local building codes.
• Communication & Leadership: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions, present to clients, and mentor team members.

Benefits & Compensation

BKV Group offers a competitive compensation package designed to foster professional growth, flexibility, and employee well-being:

• Competitive salary with flexible work schedules
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution options
• Licensure support, continuing education programs, and structured professional development pathways