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Snr. Engineer Electrical

Zachry Group


Job Location:

Downers Grove, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 148500 - 211830
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC)is currently looking for a talented and self-motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Downers Grove Design Center. This is a great opportunity under direction and guidance from department manager to get involved and assist in the planning design development and leading of Electrical Engineering projects in the Power/Energy Industrial Markets.

POSITION SUMMARY

Involved in application of general design practices. Will select and recommend procedures in design andleada teamto implement those designforinstallation. Performs non-routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project ofvarious shall have the ability to selectand adapt plans techniques designs and coordinates the workwith the project team. Reviews analyzes and integrates the technical requirements and design approaches. Review work for technical adequacy and satisfaction of positionsskills are heavily focused on electrical designand executionwhile havingworkingtechnical knowledge of other discipline design requires the ability of leading and coordinatingwork effortswithin their disciplineproject teamto successfully complete project assignments.



Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of Electrical Engineers and designers
  • Work on a major project or several projects of moderate scope with complex designs
  • Independently performs assignments with instructions as to the overall objectives critical issues new concepts and policy matters.
  • Maintains liaisons with individuals and units within or outside organization with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to related field.
  • Plans organizes and supervises the work of a staff of engineers other professionals and technicians and budget compliance.
  • Develop budget requirements (i.e. time and materials)for proposedprojects.
  • As a Licensed Professional Engineer seals and signs all documentation produced by own work.
  • May also seal and sign work done by engineers under direct supervision.
  • Performs studies preparation of specifications evaluation of proposals and development of estimates.
  • Provides recommendations for purchase of electrical system components.
  • Examines electrical drawings for completeness detail and accuracy as peer reviewer.
  • Checks manufactures deliverables and coordinates between these and Zachry Engineering drawings.
  • Competent with standard server software applications such as e-mail spreadsheet word processing database etc. Familiar with CADD applications.
  • Mentors junior engineers and designers to aid in their development both technically and professionally.
  • Assure the company quality assurance procedures are followed in completion of assigned tasks.


Qualifications
  • Experience with the following systems and/or design processes are preferred:
  • Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g. NEC IEEE PIP etc.).
  • Electrical calculations & studies including but not limited to: feeder sizing electrical equipment sizing voltage drop short circuit analysis load flow protective device (breakers / relays) coordination studies arc flash analysis and grounding.
  • One-line diagrams including metering & relaying for low medium and high-voltage electrical systems.
  • Schematic diagrams for low medium and high voltage electrical equipment / systems
  • Electrical raceway design including underground ductbanks cable tray and conduit systems.
  • Lighting design including interior exterior and roadway lightingand lighting panel schedules.
  • Electrical lists & schedules including load list electrical equipment list and cable schedules.
  • Electrical general arrangements/equipment layouts
  • Backup and emergency power systems
  • Understanding of electrical construction methods and materials
  • Grounding design and grounding studies
  • Hazardous area classification
  • Equipment procurement including equipment specifications bid evaluation vendor drawing review.
  • Cost estimating and material takeoffs.
  • Proposal process including development of project scopes budgets and schedules.
  • Field engineering/construction support

Preferred Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering discipline from and accredited engineering program.
  • 15 plus years of experience working as an Electrical Engineer for Combined Cycle Power Plants.
  • Experience using SKM and/or ETAP is highly preferable for Electrical System Analysis and Relay Coordinator
  • Experience with SwitchyardsLarge Power TransformersGenerator Circuit Breakers and other large power equipment.
  • Prior experience with the procurement of electrical equipment such as transformers breakers switchgears cablesetc

Physical Demands

Employee will be required to communicate in person via telephone video conferencing email oral expression and comprehension. May be required to lift carry and move objects safely.

Work Environment

Employee will work primarily in an office however may work in other environments including warehouse and in a trailer or building on construction sites. On construction sites noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles small to large equipment materials communication equipment and tools people standing walking sitting signaling and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells whistles and alarms.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Senior Electrical Engineerposition. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous incidental or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act the expected salary range for this Illinois position Snr. Electrical Engineer is between $148500 and $211830 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience geographic location and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

This position Snr. Electrical Engineer is eligible for participation in Zachrys Total Employee Rewards Program which includes medical dental vision life insurance disability coverage and other ancillary benefits. This position is also eligible for participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.

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Zachry Group is America's pace-setter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services to the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors

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