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Sr Engineer I, Electrical Projects


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 120000 - 150000
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


RWE Americas LLC
To start as soon as possible full time permanent

Functional area: Engineering
Remuneration: Exempt

TheSr Engineer I Electrical Projects is responsible for overseeing the electrical systems design for onshore wind solar and storage projects from development to handover to operations.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Design of balance of plant packages from development to IFC
  • Engineering project support during pre-construction construction and turnover to Operations
  • Grid code compliance and interconnection requirements
  • Specification and evaluation of major balance of plant electrical equipment
  • Power system modeling and studies
  • Coordinating project engineering topics during construction
  • Management of 3rd party engineering consultants
  • Coordinating with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts during the project lifecycle
  • Support NERC Compliance documents and studies
  • Ensure that the highest level of health safety and environmental protection is incorporated into designs and standards
  • Support the development of electrical engineering standards
  • Support the development of engineering processes and procedures

Job Requirements and Experiences:

  • A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college engineering program
  • Advanced degrees can reduce technical experience requirements
  • Minimum 5years of professional experience (post undergraduate) in electrical engineering
  • Specific areas of experience and competency include transmission design substation design collection and distribution design major equipment specification power system studies and system protection and control
  • Experience in renewable generation (wind turbine solar PV and BESS storage) project design is preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage customer relationships
  • Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
  • Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook) and Teams
  • Strong leadership communication and ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
  • Ability to multitask while working independently and as part of a team
  • Motivated self-starter goal-oriented and strong problem-solving abilities
  • Proven ability to empathize build relationships and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
  • Responds well to direction is easy to challenge and develop and is coachable
  • Is detail-oriented has strong business acumen and a sound understanding of business concepts
  • This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americasoffices and field locations
  • Must be able to sit walk or stand for long durations of time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in California is $120000 - $150000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position candidates education & work experience training & certifications and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(k) match Flexible Spending Accounts EAP Education Assistance Parental Leave Paid time off and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas a subsidiary of RWE is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWEs 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2000 employees RWE Americas develops constructs and operates wind solar and battery storage projects along with natural gas-powered generation that safely deliver affordable reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at .

At RWE Americas we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning and we value ownership resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us you become part of a team that supports your development respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.


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