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Electrical Engineering Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Sargent & Lundy
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-23
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 145310 - 222001 USD Yearly USD 145310.00 222001.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Responsibilities

  • This position will offer you the opportunity manage an electrical engineering team and to work as a lead electrical engineer in a project team environment involved in the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for projects ranging from existing plant retrofits to new generation installations.
  • You will supervise and direct electrical engineers in support of the projects.
  • You will be involved in power distribution designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services needed to support the projects.
  • Assist project manager in efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
  • Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
  • Prepare and review functional design drawings including single line, relay and metering, cable block, and schematic diagrams. Prepare documentation for design input for other drawing production and 3‑D modeling.
  • Prepare and review detailed calculations, including auxiliary power system studies, voltage drop, protective relay settings, and arc flash calculations.
  • Interface with vendors to prepare bills of material and equipment purchase specifications and provide recommendations to the client.
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawings.
  • Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.
  • Develop your career via peer‑learning by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice".
  • Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in‑office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience
  • A BSEE degree from an ABET‑accredited engineering program is required and an emphasis in power systems is preferred.
  • PE license is required.
  • Experience managing a team of electrical engineers.
  • 15 or more years of experience in power plant or industrial plant design, with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new facilities, or modifications or replacements for existing facilities.
  • Experience in the selection of equipment, materials, control philosophy, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
  • Experience with electrical system design including medium and low voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motors), communication systems, equipment selection, and analytical calculations.
  • Experience performing calculations in ETAP and/or SKM.
  • Technically knowledgeable of available electrical power distribution equipment.
  • Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a lead engineering role.
  • Experience in reviewing other engineers’ design calculations and drawings.
Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience
  • Technical knowledge and experience with instrumentation and controls engineering.
  • Project management and business development experience.
  • Construction and start‑up experience a plus.
Award‑Winning Benefits Health & Wellness
Financial Benefits
Work‑Life Balance
  • Health Plans:
    Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back‑Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range

$ - $

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