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Senior Electrical Engineer

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Chicago, IL
139K-174K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Chicago, IL
139K-174K Annually
Senior level
Lead electrical engineering for complex building projects including medium-voltage distribution, microgrids, PV and battery systems, lighting and photometric calculations, SKM and arc flash analysis. Manage project scope, schedule, fee, QA/QC, mentor staff, coordinate disciplines, present to stakeholders, and support proposals and business development.
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We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This position would be aligned with one of our offices in the US and would support full-time in-person, hybrid, or remote working arrangements.

This position is responsible for leading engineering projects, supporting strategic and KPI goals, contributing to proposals, overseeing project scope, schedule, and fee, and ensuring effective resources are assigned to projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. This role includes performing electrical engineering technical work on complex projects, mentoring staff, applying proficiency in designing, analyzing, and reviewing buildings electrical systems to ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance with industry standards. Joining Woolpert's engineering team means becoming part of a dynamic and supportive environment where growth and creativity are not just encouraged but are integral to the team's success and Woolpert’s broader mission.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.    #LI-SN1

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Engineer at Woolpert, you will:

  • Lead electrical engineering technical work for complex projects.
  • Track project progress, including scope, schedule, and fee.
  • Oversee technical review and provide high quality deliverables.
  • In depth knowledge for team guidance of models, plans, details, and drawings of electrical engineering systems and components according to established standards and modeling techniques.
  • In depth knowledge for team guidance of electrical design for various systems including medium-voltage distribution, microgrids, photovoltaic, battery systems, building power systems, lighting design, and low voltage systems.
  • In depth knowledge for team guidance of electrical calculations including SKM analysis, arc flash, and photometric calculations (AGI or Elumtools preferred).
  • Support career development and technical skill advancement of team members.

Leadership & Project Management

At Woolpert you will use your technical skills to:

  • Motivate and inspire team members.
  • Communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Foster a collaborative team culture with a focus on innovation and excellence, where team members are encouraged to push boundaries and think creatively.
  • Manage project and staffing plans, adjusting them as necessary to meet changing project needs.
  • Oversee engineering project phases from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
  • Serve as a technical expert and discipline representative at various meetings and events as required.
  • Deliver presentations at conferences, networking events, and professional organizations to highlight the distinctive and innovative services Woolpert offers to clients.
  • Conduct training sessions for internal employees when necessary.

Personal & Professional Growth

At Woolpert we place a high value on personal and professional growth, offering various opportunities for development within the engineering team:

  • Team members have access to continuous learning programs, including workshops, seminars, certifications, and participation in professional membership organizations. This allows our engineers to stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies, broaden their expertise, and network with industry peers.
  • Mentorship programs where senior engineers guide and support junior staff, providing invaluable insights and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
  • Career advancement through personalized career path planning and regular performance evaluations, ensuring that each team member's progress is recognized and rewarded.
  • Opportunities to take on new challenges, lead projects, and expand skill sets, further enhancing personal and professional capabilities.

What You Will Bring:

  • BA/BS or MA/MS in related field and fifteen (15) years related experience.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) certification required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience leading engineering projects.
  • Experience in building power systems, lighting design, medium-voltage distribution, SKM analysis, and photometric calculations (AGI or Elumtools preferred).
  • Experience with building electrical system design for commercial, mixed-use, aviation, hospitality, and/or high-rise preferred.
  • Experience designing sustainable building systems, including familiarity with LEED, Green Building Institute, or other sustainability credentialing.
  • Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Expert verbal and written communication abilities for both internal and external relationships.
  • Experience with discipline related software applications and calculation tools.
  • Substantial experience designing in Autodesk Revit 3-D modeling software and directing the preparation of construction documents.
  • Experience conducting and leading QAQC and coordination of design documents between disciplines.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents including scientific and technical journals, handbooks, and industry information.
  • Ability to provide effective responses to sensitive inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, and/or members of the business community.
  • Able to write technical opinions, articles, and thought leadership social media using original or innovative techniques or style.
  • Willing to travel to project sites or offices, as needed.

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

  • Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
  • Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
  • Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
  • Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
  • Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!



Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Pay Range
$139,200$174,000 USD

Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here:  http://woolpert.com/about-us/

Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.  You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.

Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting [email protected].

If you need to reschedule or cancel your interview, please reach out to your recruiter by contacting [email protected]

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Woolpert or any of our subsidiaries about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Woolpert via email, the internet, or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Woolpert, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Woolpert's Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and a valid agreement is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of Woolpert's applicant process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

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