Senior Design Engineer, Energy and Utilities

24 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Ardmore Roderick Full time

Ardmore Roderick is a full-service civil engineering firm providing comprehensive infrastructure solutions to various agencies across the US. With headquarters in Chicago, we have a strong presence in Champaign, IL, Orlando, FL, and Philadelphia, PA. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Chicagoland area.

Our Mission: We strive to advance the design and construction of critical infrastructure, enhancing communities through innovative solutions.

We Value:

  • Our team's safety, experience, and professional development is our top priority.
  • Excellence in delivering best-in-class service and innovative solutions.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We advocate for equality and inclusion among our team and within the community.
  • Innovation: We continuously seek ways to improve communities through thoughtful engineering.

Job Overview

The Senior Design Engineer will partner with project stakeholders to design complex improvement projects within the energy and utilities organization. This role reports directly to the Manager, Design Services and is responsible for designing a diverse range of projects, from overhead and underground transmission lines to gas-insulated substations.

Key Responsibilities

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

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
  • At least 7 years of relevant post-education experience providing deliverables related to 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, including Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD MicroStation, GIS tools, coordination of conflicting utilities, and complex projects in dense urban environments.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $125,000 per annum.

Ardmore Roderick offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities to develop your skills and significantly impact the growth of our firm. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) 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 committed to diversity and inclusion, adhering to local, state, and federal laws regarding employment. We participate in E-Verify and are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.



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