Electrical Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionAre you eager to design, modify and analyze electrical systems? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering environmental firm looking for a motivated Electrical Engineer, who is eager to collaborate with other engineers on the electrical components of their projects. We want talented, trustworthy and skilled people who are passionate about providing personalized attention to our colleagues and clients. 
  What’s in it for you?
We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. We don’t just design electrical systems – we spark innovation and empower our clients. We need a visionary engineer who can design, modify and analyze electrical systems with passion and precision. You’ll have the chance to grow professionally and make a real impact on improving the communities where our clients live and work. 

Where you’ll work
The position is based in any of our 12 offices in Illinois, Iowa or Wisconsin with a remote or hybrid work schedule for the right person . At Fehr Graham, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized attention and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of skilled professionals who provide exceptional service. We also believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.
What you’ll do
As an Electrical Engineer, you will design portions of projects related to electrical systems according to code. You will research resources for commercially available equipment. And you'll help coordinate design and schedule with structural and mechanical engineers, technological experts and equipment suppliers. You will also:  

• Review design methods, procedures and changes in scope with the lead engineer. 
• Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow standard office procedures through a series of related detailed steps or processes.  
• Work with clients and firm project managers to deliver projects with the highest quality – on time and on budget. 
• Collaborate with and learn from fellow engineers, environmental scientists and project managers.  
• Develop leadership skills that build autonomy. 

What it takes
A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is key, and a professional engineering license is , but not required. You should have a minimum of ten years of experience designing and implementing electrical systems for industrial and/or municipal facilities. Experience should include: 

•  Medium voltage and 480-volt distribution. 
• Motor control centers and variable frequency drives. 
• Lighting systems. 
• Instrumentation and control and supervisory control and data acquisition. 
• On-site testing, system startup and troubleshooting. 
• Electrical building systems design and/or knowledge of construction techniques is a plus. 

Ideally, you will also: 

• Be a team player, working across departments to support firm goals. 
• Speak and write well. 
• Have strong analytical and organizational skills. 
• Think strategically, finding and implementing improvements for the betterment of the firm.  

What you’ll get
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

• Medical/life/ insurance.
• 401K profit-sharing plan.
• Paid time off.
• An awesome work environment.  

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website. 
Equal Opportunity EmployerFehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , , , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

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