Electrical Engineer, Roadway Lighting Design, Midwest

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer, for Roadway Lighting to join the Chicago, IL A-Team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct site surveys and field inspections of electrical equipment.
• Develop plans, special provisions, pay items and quantities for lighting designs for expressways, arterial/local roadways, roundabouts, underpasses, tunnels and bridges.
• Develop photometric calculations using AGi32 software.
• Assist with the preparation of project scopes, budgets and schedules.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams.
• Remain up-to-date with advances in roadway lighting, electrical engineering, and technology
• Review and understand existing AS BUILT electrical/lighting plans
• Respond to construction RFIs and questions.

Minimum requirements:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in electrical/lighting engineering design
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently manage tasks efficiently and effectively while meeting project deadlines and staying within budget.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License

Technical requirements:

• Certifications/Licenses: PE (preferred, but is not required)
• Technical specifications and report writing
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to maintain detailed project tracking and cost reports
• Experience with MicroStation, EXCEL, WORD and AGi32 software 5. Experience with WisDOT, CDOT, IDOT and Tollway ITS and lighting designs and standards. Knowledge of IES Guidelines and NEC codes.

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Ability to local travel 5% of the time.
• Dedication to safety, safe practices and being part of a safety oriented culture.
• Work independently on projects with minimal supervision.
• Maintain files and supporting documentation in accordance with company policy and accepted practices.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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