Staff Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Millies Engineering Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Millies Engineering Group is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer for on-site design of electrical systems for building projects, including layout, power distribution, and controls. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated and sustainable solutions.

You will prepare project documentation, conduct feasibility studies, analyze power systems, ensure code compliance, and support commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• PE license or ability to obtain one is strongly preferred.
• Experience in sustainable design and LEED-certified projects is a plus.
• On-site role in the Greater Chicago Area or Grand Rapids, MI.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for building projects, including layout, power distribution and controls.
• Prepare project documentation and feasibility studies.
• Analyze power systems and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical design

Electrical engineering

Sustainable design

LEED familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM

Energy modeling tools

Job description

Company Description

Millies Engineering Group is a trusted MEP Consulting Engineering Firm with over 50 years of experience serving architecture firms and facility owners in the Midwest. The company specializes in providing integrated and sustainable design solutions for a wide range of projects, including Education, Healthcare, and Municipal facilities, as well as Commercial, Data Centers, Religious, Hospitality, Industrial, and Recreational projects. Their comprehensive engineering services include MEP Design, LEED Design Services, Energy Modeling, Commissioning, Facility Assessments, Feasibility Studies, Life Safety Surveys, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Net Operating Income Improvements (NOII). With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Millies Engineering Group continues to support clients in creating efficient and innovative built environments.

Company Description

Millies Engineering Group is a trusted MEP Consulting Engineering Firm with over 50 years of experience serving architecture firms and facility owners in the Midwest. The company specializes in providing integrated and sustainable design solutions for a wide range of projects, including Education, Healthcare, and Municipal facilities, as well as Commercial, Data Centers, Religious, Hospitality, Industrial, and Recreational projects. Their comprehensive engineering services include MEP Design, LEED Design Services, Energy Modeling, Commissioning, Facility Assessments, Feasibility Studies, Life Safety Surveys, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Net Operating Income Improvements (NOII). With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Millies Engineering Group continues to support clients in creating efficient and innovative built environments.

This is a full-time on-site role located in the Greater Chicago Area or the Grand Rapids, MI Area for an Electrical Project Engineer. The Electrical Project Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems for building projects, including layout, power distribution, and electrical controls. Key tasks include preparing project documentation, conducting feasibility studies, analyzing power systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards, and supporting commissioning efforts. The engineer will also liaise with clients and other stakeholders to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions tailored to project needs.

Strong expertise in Electrical Design and Electrical Engineering

• In-depth knowledge of electricity, electrical systems, and components
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and standards in electrical engineering
• Proficiency with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and energy modeling tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or the ability to obtain one is strongly preferred
• Experience in sustainable design and LEED-certified projects is a plus