Electrical Design Engineer
AMPS · Downers Grove, IL · 3 days ago
Engineering$28k/yrFull-time
Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for alternative power solutions? Do you love solving for the complex power needs of large-scale construction projects? Are you looking for a company that is constantly trying to push the boundaries of what it means to offer a better construction solution by using design/build?
About the role
The Electrical Design Engineer will work with sales, project execution, and overall performance of alternative energy projects with a key focus on delivery of AMPS projects.
Responsibilities
- Be a key part of the Power Solutions team delivering turnkey power solutions to our clients
- Take on administrative aspects of project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout
- Assist with designing Solar solutions using innovative in-house tools in support of our design/build sales process
- Oversee equipment selection, buyout process, and logistics for full project scope
- Interface with clients, contractors, and vendors on technical issues to provide key guidance on the implementation of solar solutions
- Work with Project Superintendent and Foreman to develop and review project schedule and site logistics
- Participate in budgeting, scheduling, and staff management
- Work as an integral part of team procuring solar panels, inverters, and other associated power components from our supplier and distributor networks
- Utilize and expand our national and international network of equipment suppliers
- Assist in business development activities by finding solutions to complex projects as part of a client-facing, multi-disciplined team
- Assist in the development of Solar, CHP, Micro-grid solutions as part of master power planning for clients
- Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations
Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience working in general contracting, EPC, or similar industry
- Bonus: BIM experience (Revit and AutoCAD) is a plus
- Able to organize, plan and manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results
Benefits
- Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Traditional and Roth 401k
- Tuition reimbursement for associates
- Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
- 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
- 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
- 100% charitable match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Paid parental leave
ARCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.