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Oak Park, Illinois · USA job

Electrical Engineer - Power Systems

Ghafari Associates

Oak Park, Illinois

Job description

Overview

In this role you will perform and document power system studies to support reliable electrical design for industrial, commercial, educational, governmental, and healthcare facilities. You'll model systems, collect field data, and collaborate with project teams to deliver compliant, high-quality solutions. You will work on arc flash and protective coordination, short circuit studies, and motor-starting analyses, shaping safe and efficient electrical infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development within a global engineering team.

Compensation / Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
Responsibilities
  • Perform short circuit analysis to determine fault currents and equipment ratings
  • Conduct overcurrent protection device coordination studies for selective tripping
  • Evaluate systems for selective coordination per NFPA 70 and recommend compliant solutions
  • Perform arc flash hazard analysis per IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E to determine boundaries, incident energy, and PPE
  • Create arc flash labels and ensure proper application during installation
  • Conduct site visits to collect field data and verify existing conditions
  • Perform motor-starting studies to assess impact on power systems
  • Utilize SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower for modeling and analysis
  • Maintain organized project files with calculations, schedules, and references
  • Collaborate with Project Manager, Electrical Engineer, and client to define scope, budget, and design approach
  • Adhere to project quality, budget, and schedule
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team technical development
  • Edit and draft project specifications
  • Perform related duties as assigned
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Professional Engineer's License
  • 10+ years related experience in electrical engineering
  • 5+ years experience in short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Proficiency with SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam

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