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Electrical Engineer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Renewyx
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 - 110000 USD Yearly USD 85000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Renewyx is representing a well-established and growing solar energy contractor with a strong project footprint across the Midwest. This organisation delivers end-to-end solar and storage solutions, from design and engineering through to installation, commissioning, and maintenance, across a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial clients. They have built a strong reputation for technical excellence in their market and offer a collaborative, supportive environment where engineers can take ownership of varied and meaningful work from day one.

They are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their design team and lead the electrical engineering design of solar PV and battery storage projects. In this role, you will model PV systems in PVSyst and Helioscope, design single-line diagrams, schedules, and calculations for utility and AHJ submissions, produce shop drawings for installation crews, conduct site surveys, and create AutoCAD layouts based on existing conditions and building codes.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and installation contractors throughout the full project lifecycle.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced solar design engineer who wants to work in a technically rigorous environment on a varied portfolio of commercial and ground-mount projects, within a team that is a recognised leader in its regional market and backed by strong operational infrastructure.

The ideal candidate should have the following:
  • 2+ years of experience in renewable energy electrical construction and design
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D, with experience in Revit Modeling and Bluebeam
  • Hands-on experience with PVSyst and/or Helioscope for production modelling
  • In-depth electrical knowledge including voltage drop, ampacity, power factor, arc fault, short circuit analysis, protection coordination, and equipment selection
  • Experience designing and submitting single-line diagrams, permit drawings, and construction documents to utilities and AHJs
  • A Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. PE license is preferred and will be a strong differentiator
  • NABCEP certification is preferred
  • Experience conducting site surveys and capturing existing field conditions, including drone or ground-based scanning, is advantageous
  • Familiarity with general construction and electrical construction practices in a solar context
  • Intermediate proficiency in MS Office
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment
  • A collaborative, client-service-oriented working style with strong communication skills

If this opportunity aligns with your background and career goals, please apply today to be considered.

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