Senior Electrical Engineer - Rail Power & Projects

Metra; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 86,686 - 130,030; Full time

Job summary

Metra seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for its Chicago office, responsible for managing electrical design and project management functions. The role includes overseeing project progress, ensuring compliance with standards, and training less experienced staff.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least eight years of experience in electrical distribution systems. You will work with various engineering departments and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Competitive salary range of $86,686.00 – $130,030.00 available, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in electrical power distribution and project management.
• Expertise in DC traction power systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage consultants and project schedules.
• Prepare design packages for power distribution projects.
• Conduct site inspections for compliance with specifications.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Project management

Specification writing

AutoCAD or Microstation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Metra seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for its Chicago office, responsible for managing electrical design and project management functions. The role includes overseeing project progress, ensuring compliance with standards, and training less experienced staff.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least eight years of experience in electrical distribution systems. You will work with various engineering departments and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Competitive salary range of $86,686.00 – $130,030.00 available, depending on qualifications and experience.