Senior Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical

Senior Electrical Engineer – Mission Critical

ARCO/Murray Engineering (AME) is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our design team in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role will guide the electrical scope and lead the development of electrical system designs and power solutions in support of data center projects.

• Prepare detailed preliminary electrical designs for design/build projects across multiple project types.
• Design and specify power systems including load calculations, one-line diagrams, equipment sizing and selection, layouts, lighting photometric calculations, and system controls.
• Provide electrical design direction and collaborate with a national network of design consultants to deliver projects.
• Perform arc flash and coordination studies using SKM power tools.
• Participate in procuring building switch gear, generators, UPS, and other power components directly from suppliers.
• Play a key role in the Power Solutions team, delivering turnkey power solutions and assisting in business development.
• Provide value engineering reviews and alternative design options to maximize cost savings.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and vendors on technical issues as electrical expert.
• Act with integrity, supporting company values and exceeding customer expectations.

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5–15 years of electrical engineering/design experience supporting data center projects.
• BIM experience preferred (Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks).
• Familiarity with electrical engineering software such as ETAP and SKM.
• Strong organizational, planning, and multi‑project management skills.
• Experience in an electrical engineering design consultancy preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred; ARCO/Murray will support licensure.
• Experience creating design spreadsheets or coding scripts is a plus.

• Industry‑leading performance‑based bonus program.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k).
• Tuition reimbursement for associates.
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child.
• 1‑month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel.
• 1‑week paid volunteer leave each year.
• 100% charitable match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid parental leave.

We are an established, fast‑growing design/build firm dedicated to delivering exceptional results. Our focus on diversity and inclusion, along with a culture of integrity, supports a best‑place‑to‑work environment.

Mid‑Senior level
• Full‑time
• Engineering and Information Technology

EOE, including disability/vets.