Supervising Electrical Engineer/Designer

Syskahennessy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,448 - 168,173; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional development courses

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Transit/parking employer stipend

Job summary

Syska Hennessy Group is seeking a Supervising Electrical Engineer/Designer to join our Chicago, IL office. In this critical role, you will lead design efforts and ensure project integrity across multiple significant projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 12 years of experience in the MEP industry, with a strong emphasis on hands-on design and CAD/REVIT skills. We offer a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience in the MEP industry.
• PE certification is required.
• Hands-on design experience with CAD/REVIT.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead design team on various projects.
• Oversee completeness and accuracy of work.
• Assume responsible charge for project economic wellbeing.
• Conduct business development activities.
• Design and produce technical reports for large projects.

Skills

Design and CAD/REVIT experience

MEP industry knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plumbing, or Electrical discipline

Job description

Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in highly technical buildings and the systems that bring them to life. We are seeking a Supervising Electrical Engineer/Designer to join our Chicago, IL office. As a Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for providing trade‑specific system design: layout (mark‑ups as well as self‑performed production utilizing CAD/BIM), calculations (utilizing appropriate software), and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades.

Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely at home and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.

Job Responsibilities

As a Supervising Electrical Engineer, you will direct and lead the design team of a wide number of projects. Review for the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of the work assigned as well as the work assigned to others and learn both the technical and operational issues from the supervising designers and engineers.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assume responsible charge for the overall economic wellbeing of the assigned projects.
• Conduct business development activities.
• Conducts due diligence reports that comply with group and company standards and procedures. Establishes design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects.
• Designs large projects, prepares reports and specifications, and provides a very high level of technical leadership.
• Establishes project budgets and schedules.
• Networks within SHG and outside.
• Participates in QA/QC process of completed work by staff.
• Performs “Engineer of Record” duties for projects.
• Performs calculations, equipment selection, equipment specification, system design, system layout, field investigation, and construction administration.
• Performs staff resource management and review.
• Produces drawings consistent with client requirements and standards.
• Provides consulting engineering services including preparation of due diligence reports, gap analyses, and feasibility reports.
• Pursues continuing education.
• Represents Firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members.
• Take responsible charge for the project for his/her discipline, addressing any E & O issues.

Job Requirements

Additional requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university in Mechanical, Plumbing or Electrical discipline
• 12+ years of relevant experience in the MEP industry.
• PE is required.
• Hands‑on design and CAD/REVIT experience, required, as you will have a very strong technical role

Benefits

As an employee with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, advancing engineering design practice, and supporting our clients with integrity.

As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:

• Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
• Training and professional development courses
• Professional development incentive bonuses
• Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Transit/parking employer stipend
• Half day work from home Fridays all year long

The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting. Actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, skillsets and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location.

Chicago Pay Range

$115,448 — $168,173 USD