MEP Senior Electrical Engineer-2510220JC04

CHICAGO, IL
Full Time
Buildings
Experienced
About Us
Ardmore Roderick is a full-service infrastructure solutions firm that specializes in Utilities, Transportation, Aviation, Rail and Transit, Building and Facilities Projects. We are headquartered in Chicago, IL with offices in Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Texas.
 
Our Mission
"We advance the design and construction of critical infrastructure and the built environment to improve communities"
 
Our Values
  • Safety Above All
  • Invest In Our People & Service Our Clients
  • Champion Diversity & Inclusion
  • Engage With Our Communities
 
Job Overview
We are seeking a new MEP Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team at Ardmore Roderick. As a MEP Senior Electrical Engineer, you join a team of infrastructure solutions experts working to solve our client’s ever evolving project needs.  This opportunity will be located in our Chicago, IL and could have potential to be hybrid depending on the specific client, project and team needs.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Design electrical power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for various building types, ensuring compliance with Chicago Building Code, Chicago Electrical Code, NEC, NFPA, IECC and other applicable local and national standards
  • Prepare, review and submit electrical permit applications and drawings to the City of Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB) and other U.S. jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local permitting requirements
  • Review, approve, and stamp electrical drawings and specifications with Professional Engineer (PE) seal as Engineer of Record, in accordance with Illinois and other state regulations
  • Perform load calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash studies and coordination studies using ETAP or similar software for projects in Chicago and nationwide
  • Develop and modify electrical drawings and BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD, integrating designs with architectural, mechanical and structural systems
  • Collaborate with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs, including coordination with utilities like ComEd for Chicago projects
  • Conduct site visits for installation reviews, system evaluations and commissioning support across project locations
  • Review submittals, shop drawings and specifications for electrical systems, ensuring quality and compliance
  • Assist in budgeting, cost estimating and project scheduling for electrical system designs and installations for both Chicago and national projects
  • Provide technical reports, documentation, and mentorship to junior engineers on code compliance, permitting and design best practices
  • Support value engineering efforts to optimize designs for energy efficiency and sustainability, aligning with Chicago’s Energy Transformation Code and national standards like ASHRAE
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois, with experience stamping electrical drawings as Engineer of Record
  • Minimum 8 years of demonstrated electrical engineering experience, including at least 3 years on Chicago-based projects
  • Proven experience applying Chicago Building Code, Chicago Electrical Code and local amendments, as well as national standards (NEC, NFPA, IECC)
  • Hands-on experience preparing and submitting electrical permit drawings for Chicago projects (e.g., via DOB’s E-Plan) and other U.S. jurisdictions
  • Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD for electrical system design and BIM modeling
  • Expertise in ETAP or similar power system analysis software for load calculations and studies
  • Strong knowledge of power distribution, low-voltage, lighting, and fire alarm system design
  • Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for markups, document management and collaboration
  • Experience performing quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
  • Field experience in system installation, troubleshooting or commissioning
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
  • Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects across different regions
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • PE license in additional states (e.g., Florida, Ohio, North Carolina) where Ardmore Roderick operates
  • Extensive experience with Chicago’s permitting processes, including E-Plan submissions and DOB interactions
  • Prior work on Chicago-specific projects (e.g., municipal facilities, Chicago Public Schools, O’Hare/Midway aviation) and national infrastructure projects
  • In-depth experience stamping PE-sealed drawings for complex urban or high-density projects
  • Field experience with building automation system (BAS) integration, troubleshooting, or commissioning
  • Familiarity with mechanical design (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, fire protection) for integrated MEP coordination
  • Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar project collaboration platforms
  • Exposure to public-sector, higher education, industrial, or mission-critical projects across the U.S
  • LEED AP or similar sustainability certification, with knowledge of Chicago’s Energy Transformation Code or national energy modeling tools

Benefits
  • We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • 401K, Paid Maternity Leave, Competitive PTO
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more
  
Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this opportunity. 

Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E-Verify.
 
We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.

Salary Range: $134,960-165,760, Ardmore Roderick is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.

 
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