Electrical and Automation Design Engineer

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Concentric Integration

Mid-Senior Electrical and Automation Design Engineer

Position Location: Chicago, Crystal Lake, Mokena, or Naperville, IL

Salary Range: $83,200 - $95,680

Position Description:

At Concentric Integration, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Concentric Integration provides full-service automation of water/wastewater systems (including design, implementation, and support). We strive to be an advocate for our clients and to form long lasting partnerships based on trust. Concentric provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with a depth of expertise unrivaled in the industry.

The Electrical and Automation Design Engineer is primarily responsible for the design of Water/Wastewater electrical power distribution and technology improvements for municipalities. E&A Design Engineer works in two capacities, Consulting Engineering and Integration Design.

Consulting engineering projects are in multidisciplinary teams to create design documents for process improvements at Water/Wastewater facilities. Design documents include Electrical site and building plans, Single-line Diagrams, Lighting Plans, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), specifications, along with detailed control panel schematics, and other related documents.

Integration design projects are to support the integration efforts process improvements at Water/Wastewater facilities. The E&A Design Engineer will work with integrators and project managers to design control panels and instrumentation for fabrication/installation as part of construction projects or turn-key projects.

Position Duties:

• Reports to E&A Design Director for work responsibilities, scheduling, and quality control.
• Design electrical distribution systems, including one line diagrams, plan drawings, panel schedule, equipment elevations
• Prepares project specifications as they pertain to electrical, instrumentation, and process controls.
• Prepares Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Prepares detailed control panel wiring schematics, panel layouts, bills of material, communication diagrams, etc.
• Prepares instrumentation and control system submittal packages.
• Designs automation, controls, and related SCADA systems for water/wastewater processes, including communications, PLC architecture, instrumentation, and related software and hardware.
• May work with E&A Design Director to periodically review and update design standards to maintain compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and good engineering practice.
• Occasionally visits client sites to investigate existing field conditions as required for preparing design documents.

Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program.
• 4+ years' experience in electrical design preferred.
• Advanced Computer Skills, Literacy, & Proficiency.
• AutoCAD experience required; Revit experience is a plus.
• Visio experience a plus or must be willing to be quickly trained.
• SKM or other electrical study software is a plus.
• Must possess effective oral, written, & digital communication skills.
• Must be able to easily interact with other design staff.
• Must possess effective organizational skills for productive task and time management.
• Must be able to identify and solve problems in a timely manner.
• P.E. license is preferred. EIT preferred with experience in the field working towards a PE.

Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Concentric Integration is an equal opportunity - affirmative action - M/F/Vet/Disability employer