Entry-Level Electrical Engineer

at Henneman Engineering in Champaign, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Entry-Level Electrical Engineer Job Description:

Henneman Engineering Inc.-Industrial Technology Group (ITG) provides comprehensive engineering solutions and consulting services to a broad base of clients. The staff of professionals at Henneman-ITG specialize in electrical, mechanical, chemical, process, controls, plumbing, and structural engineering. Henneman provides design services to the State of Illinois, municipalities, higher education, K-12 school districts, and federal government. ITG’s industrial clients include heavy manufacturing, food production, chemical processing, consumer products, energy, and renewable energy. Henneman-ITG currently has an opportunity for an entry-level electrical engineer for our Champaign, Illinois office, in person.

Primary Responsibilities of the Electrical Engineer:

• Exercise judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Conceptualize the initial electrical design approach for all project types and has overall responsibility for the electrical engineering work.
• Knowledgeable in consulting and construction practices to include plan/specifications, design/build, and construction manager roles and responsibilities.
• Supervise the design and ongoing progress of a project, including the coordination of the project with city, state, and county officials and other outside agencies.
• Resolve a variety of complex problems (i.e., conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements).
• Serve as liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Organize and prepare all electrical construction drawings (single-line diagrams, layouts, sections, elevations, and details as appropriate), technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates. Also participate in contract bidding/administration and on-site project management.
• Conduct electrical systems analysis, such as arc flash, short circuit, and coordination studies utilizing power system analysis software.
• Understand power system protection and relaying schemes for electrical distribution systems.
• Will be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Areas of Focus:

• Low, Medium & High Voltage Distribution
• Electrical Equipment Including Substations, Switchgear, and Protective Relaying
• Electrical Systems Modeling: Arc Flash, Short Circuit & Coordination Studies
• Electrical Equipment Maintenance & Testing
• Lighting Systems
• Emergency Power Systems
• Grounding and Lightning Protection

Qualifications/Requirements of the Electrical Engineer:

• Education: 4-Year Electrical Engineering degree required.
• Experience: Entry level. However, Henneman Engineering is open to considering a diverse range of experience and skill levels. Experience with AutoCAD and SKM/ETAP (or other power systems analysis software) is preferred.

Benefits/Perks for the Electrical Engineer:

• Salary commensurate with skills and experience. $58,000-$70,000
• Benefits typical of industry including paid holidays, vacation, health insurance, disability and life insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and 401K program.
• Room for growth.

Henneman Engineering is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Champaign, IL, in office