Ardmore Roderick

Senior Design Engineer, Energy and Utilities

Energy and Utilities - Chicago, IL - Full Time

Ardmore Roderick is a full-service civil engineering firm providing infrastructure design, construction services and program management to a variety of agencies. Headquartered in Chicago, we have offices in Champaign, IL, Orlando, FL, and Philadelphia, PA. Ardmore Roderick was recently named by Crain’s Chicago as one of the fastest growing companies in the Chicagoland area.  

Our Mission: “We advance the design and construction of critical infrastructure and the built environment to improve communities.” 

We Value: 

  • Our team - Our team’s safety, experience, and professional development is our top priority. 
  • Excellence - Our clients receive best-in-class service and innovative solutions. 
  • Diversity & Inclusion - Diversity is a cornerstone in everything we do. Whether among our team or within the community, we advocate for inclusion and equality. 
  • Innovation - We look for ways to move people forward through thoughtful engineering. 

Our Communities - We not only pledge safe engineering solutions, but we also work with our neighbors to strengthen our bond and provide for the future. 
 

JOB TITLE: Senior Design Engineer

LOCATION: Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania


SUMMARY

The Senior Design Engineer will partner with project stakeholders to design complex improvement projects within the energy and utilities organization. The Senior Design Engineer reports directly to the Manager, Design Services and will be responsible for designing a diverse range of projects, from overhead and underground transmission lines to gas-insulated substations. The Senior Design Engineer will develop projects from the conceptual phase through design completion in accordance with approved project drawings and specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review of client provided project descriptions to assess scope and design
  • Perform project site visits to collect field data that will assist in design development
  • Develop design packages for power generation, transmission, and/or distribution projects. Design packages include detailed calculations, drawings, technical specifications, proposal evaluations, technical reports, cost estimates, and other documents required for construction
  • Provide engineering support during and post construction to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met
  • Maintain high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements
  • Ensure that all projects meet safety standards in accordance with OSHA, state regulations and other industry best practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • 7 + years of relevant post education experience providing deliverables related to the planning, design, and construction of electric and/or gas transmission and distribution, electrical substations, and/or other related systems and facilities. Design-build and/or Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) experience preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Illinois, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain by comity/reciprocity
  • Knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures
    • Microsoft Office Suite
    • AutoCAD MicroStation, and/or GIS tools
    • Coordination of conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements
    • Complex projects in dense urban environments, construction permit development, easements and ROW coordination
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
  • Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

If you are looking for the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and thrive in a collaborative environment, this may be the position for you. Ardmore Roderick offers a competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to significantly affect the development of our rapidly growing firm. Benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k match, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, paid holidays, PTO, paid maternity leave, and employee assistance program.


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.

Base Pay Range: $75K – $125K

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