Electrical Project Engineer I

The Electrical Project Engineer l performs mid-level project management and technical duties. The prospective candidate is well-versed in the roadway and area lighting, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and/or traffic signal design standards and requirements of the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (Illinois Tollway). They mentor and supervise the work of junior project staff. Additionally, this position supports various aspects of project management and electrical design tasks for lighting, ITS, toll collection facilities, renewable energy, electric vehicle service equipment, traffic signals, and other electrical related designs. This candidate prepares electrical models, plans, and schematics; performs electrical and lighting calculations; develops special provisions and estimates of cost; prepares technical reports; assists with or may lead the development of scope and fee proposals for basic to moderate complexity projects; assists with or may lead monitoring of project budget and staff assignments; and performs and may lead adherence to the firm’s quality procedures and QAQC reviews for project deliverables.

• Possesses understanding of foundational engineering concepts through work experience in transportation projects.
• Acquires advanced knowledge and skills through mentored experience.
• Evaluates and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
• Performs work assignments of basic to moderate complexity. Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes.
• Receives minimal guidance on specific objectives and direction on possible solutions to unconventional or complex problems.
• Works as part of a team and coordinates work with others.
• Establishes project work priorities and plans work accordingly.
• Typically requires minimal supervision and is expected to work independently.
• Possesses proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Interacts with project team members as well as initiates direct communication with clients and stakeholders.