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Senior Electrical Engineer - Power & Energy (PE Preferred)

Chicago, IL | Work from home flexibility

Posted: 08/08/2025 Job Number: 36166

Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer – Energy & Power

Hybrid | Multiple U.S. Locations
Base Salary Range: ~ $130,000 – $200,000 DOE

About the Role:
Join a leading engineering firm’s expanding Energy & Power team focused on delivering innovative, sustainable energy solutions. We seek a Senior Electrical Engineer (PE preferred) with strong utility and power experience to lead projects, mentor staff, and support critical energy infrastructure across the U.S.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive base salary range of approximately $130K–$200K DOE
  • Flexible hybrid work model combining Remote, office, and client site options
  • Travel flexibility up to 50% to support project needs
  • Clear career growth and leadership development opportunities
  • Meaningful, high-impact projects driving the energy transition
  • Full-time, long-term employment with opportunity for permanent hire and full benefits
  • Contract-to-hire role with company-subsidized medical coverage and 401(k) matching during the contract period (~6 months)
  • Comprehensive benefits package upon conversion, including PTO, holidays, and more

Your Responsibilities:
  • Lead electrical engineering design and advisory teams on utility-scale power projects
  • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
  • Mentor junior engineers and support business development efforts
  • Provide expertise in power distribution, generation, substations, renewables, and power system modeling
  • Assist with proposal development and project planning

Who You Are:
  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • ~ 10+ years in electrical engineering focused on utility and power projects
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (any U.S. state) – Highly Preferred
  • Proficient with power system modeling tools (SKM, ETAP, etc.)
  • Strong communicator with client engagement skills
  • Willing to travel up to 50% and work hybrid (3 days/week REMOTE; 2 days/week in office or client site)
  • Located near or open to relocating to Ft. Worth TX, Greenville SC, Denver CO, Philadelphia PA, Cary NC, or Chicago IL
  • Candidates requiring sponsorship are not eligible

Ready to advance your career and make an impact in energy engineering? Apply today!

Feel free to also contact Mollie Karns directly at mkarns@selectek.net | 678-335-6114

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