The Electrical Engineer will design and manage complex electrical projects, ensuring they meet scope, quality, and budget requirements while supporting junior team members and coordinating across disciplines.
The Electrical Engineer will perform mid to high level complexity design and project management on a variety of projects acting as lead or support resource for prime and sub consultant work under the direction of client or Milhouse Engineering management. Typical design work includes low and medium voltage power distribution systems, motor control circuits, raceway systems, fire alarm systems, underground utility plans and profiles, interior and outdoor lighting systems, cathodic protection
systems, panelboard and apparatus schedules and interfacing with utility companies.
What you will do:
- Electrical engineering from conceptual design through construction administration and post-occupancy
- Coordinating with multiple disciplines and acting as electrical engineer to ensure that projects are delivered within budget and on schedule
- Keeps management advised of all quality, schedule, and budget variances in a timely manner
- Prepare contract amendments, change order documentation, and claim documentation
- Review and approve shop drawings and attend client meetings during the construction administration phase
- Writing reports for internal and external purposes based on findings
- Ensures discipline plans that are created meet overall project team requirements for project scope and schedule
- Prepares project documents and reports and adheres to the project quality plan
- Stays current on codes and technologies appropriate to the electrical and fire alarm disciplines
- Researches, develops, designs, specifies and witnesses the testing of electrical systems, equipment, components and materials, applying principles and techniques of electrical engineering
- Organizes and conducts site visits for the purpose of data collection and evaluation of electrical systems, equipment, components and materials for projects with and without well-defined scopes
- Develops designs within a BIM design environment
- Develops, designs and specifies site electrical power, and equipment, components and materials
- Develops, designs and specifies equipment, components and materials for all building electrical systems
- Completes assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance with client specified criteria and applicable codes and standards
- Reporting safety, health, and quality issues to management
- Support junior team members
- Other duties as assigned
Who you are:
- Four-year technical degree from an ABET accredited institution
- 6-8 years of relevant electrical design experience
- Engineer In training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Certifications in LEED, lighting design, or similar certification preferred
- Familiar with discipline specific design software and design management systems
- Revit proficiency
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel as well as AutoCAD or MicroStation
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards
- Knowledge of standard format specification development
At Milhouse, we’re more than just a place to work — we’re a place to grow, thrive, and be celebrated. Here’s how we invest in you:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health!
- Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns.
- Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well-being with added coverage options.
- Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals.
- Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence.
- Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License.
- Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc..
- Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward.
- Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most.
- Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers!
- Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock.
- Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make.
- Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it.
- Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute.
- Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.
Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.
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