Electrical Engineer III

The Electrical Engineer III is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data used to prepare basic electrical engineering designs for client projects. The Electrical Engineer III reports to the Senior Electrical Engineer or Electrical Engineering Discipline Manager. Completed technical work is given to senior management for review and approval before presenting it to the client. The Electrical Engineer III should be aware that the design process includes visiting clients' facilities and performing physical work such as walking, standing, climbing ladders and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Power & Electrical Distribution
• Electrical One-Line Drawings
• Electrical Load Studies
• Power Equipment List (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.)
• Area Classification
• Other Electrical Drawings (Lighting, HT, etc.)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in performing power distribution, utility coordination or control system calculations and design desired
• Working knowledge of or familiarity with:
• Microsoft Office products
• AutoCAD 2-D CAD and 3-D CAD a plus
• Electrical design tools
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
• EIT certification desired

$95,000 - $120,000 a year

The salary range listed above represents base pay for candidates in our Oak Brook, Illinois office, in accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements.


Compensation for all candidates is determined based on experience, qualifications, skill set, certifications, work location, and market conditions. In addition to base pay, Nexus Engineering Group offers a comprehensive compensation package that may include eligibility for discretionary bonuses and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing employees the opportunity to share in the long-term success of the company.

Competitive Benefits

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Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.


At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you'll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected] .


Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment.


Third-Party Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third-party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.