Senior Electrical Engineer

Zachry Group

. Lead a team of Electrical Engineers .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDowners Grove • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $148,500 - $211,830 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Electrical Engineering, particularly in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries, with a strong focus on electrical calculations, design, and project leadership. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and ensure adherence to quality assurance procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Code KnowledgeElectrical Calculations and StudiesOne-Line Diagram CreationElectrical Raceway DesignExperience with SKM and/or ETAP

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Hard Skills

Electrical CalculationsFeeder SizingVoltage Drop AnalysisLoad Flow AnalysisSchematic Diagram CreationGrounding DesignHazardous Area ClassificationCost EstimatingMaterial TakeoffsProposal Processes

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Oil & GasPetrochemicalElectrical EngineeringElectrical System ComponentsQuality Assurance ProceduresField EngineeringConstruction Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of Electrical Engineers
Independently perform assignments based on overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters
Maintain liaisons with individuals and units within or outside the organization
Act independently on technical matters pertaining to the related field
Perform studies, prepare specifications, evaluate proposals, and develop estimates
Provide recommendations for purchasing electrical system components
Examine electrical drawings for completeness, detail, and accuracy as a peer reviewer
Mentor junior engineers and designers in their technical and professional development
Ensure company quality assurance procedures are followed in assigned tasks
Assist in planning, design, development, and leadership of Electrical Engineering projects in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, PIP, etc.)
Experience with electrical calculations and studies, including feeder sizing, equipment sizing, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, load flow, protective device coordination, arc flash analysis, and grounding
Experience creating one-line diagrams for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems
Experience creating schematic diagrams for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical equipment and systems
Experience with electrical raceway design, including underground ductbanks, cable tray, and conduit systems
Experience with interior, exterior, and roadway lighting design and lighting panel schedules
Experience with electrical lists and schedules, including load lists, equipment lists, and cable schedules
Experience with electrical general arrangements and equipment layouts
Knowledge of backup and emergency power systems
Understanding of electrical construction methods and materials
Experience with grounding design and grounding studies
Experience with hazardous area classification
Experience with equipment procurement, equipment specifications, bid evaluation, and vendor drawing review
Experience with cost estimating and material takeoffs
Experience with proposal processes, including project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Field engineering and construction support experience
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering program is preferred
15 plus years of experience working as an Electrical Engineer for Refining, Petrochemical and industrial projects is preferred
Experience using SKM and/or ETAP is highly preferable
Ability to communicate in person, via telephone, video conferencing, and email
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects safely

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Other ancillary benefits
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Safe and Drug Free work environment