Chicago Transit Authority · 6 hours ago
Electrical Engineer II
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$29/hr - $41/hr
3+ years expThe Chicago Transit Authority is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to perform electrical engineering work that involves applying comprehensive engineering principles and practices. The role includes designing electrical systems, evaluating equipment compliance, and providing technical support while ensuring adherence to standards and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Assists in the design of various new electrical systems relating to but not limited to electrical power, control, equipment
Evaluates electrical equipment, electronic circuitry, and components submitted by contractors for compliance with electrical engineering design principles, applicable policies, codes, and ordinances, and the latest industry standards and practices
Prepares sketches, drawings, cost estimates, specifications and technical reports through the application of engineering principles
Prepares and maintains records of current and future projects, maintaining and accurate log of budgetary analysis, work schedules and status reports
Acts as liaison between and interacts with municipal agencies, utility companies, manufacturers, contractors and consultants and other firms in order to assure project will meet requirements of municipal agencies, utilities, CTA requirements etc.
Responsible for the general results of electrical engineering assignments relating to fixed electrical property, power supplies, distribution, signal equipment, control schemes, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Building Automation Systems (BAS’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), and other facilities and equipment involving independent thinking in making adaptations and modifications while ensuring work conforms to all criteria, codes, standards and regulations
Gathers and analyzes pertinent information and provides logical, comprehensive and intelligent solutions relating to active projects of a non-routine nature
Monitors and audits active projects evaluating for completeness, efficiency and compliance to pre-established standards
Troubleshoots problems in electrical systems relating to but not limited to electrical power, control, equipment and recommends a solution using engineering and mathematical principles and techniques
Conducts inspections of equipment to identify potential problems, ensure compliance with standards and codes, and recommend solutions to identified problems
Establishes energy savings analysis
Tests field equipment for proper design, operation, safety, and code compliance and makes changes as needed
Prepares comprehensive reports relating to the findings of inspections and tests
Provides technical support to Facilities Maintenance and assists lower-level engineers, draftsmen, technicians, QI personnel and interns in complex assignments
Performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience related to this position or an equivalent combination of training and experience, provided the degree requirement is met
Required to have prior experience as an Electrical Engineer or in a closely related field
Must be an Engineer intern, having passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam
Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration
Valid Driver's License required
Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles, methods, and techniques
Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complex electrical engineering problems
Working knowledge of electrical components, methods, and techniques
Working knowledge of related building codes and guidelines - Chicago and surrounding suburbs, municipal codes, NFPA standards, NEMA standards, and ordinances as applied to the design, development, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment
Advanced math skills including Algebra, Calculus and Geometry
Good research skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good critical thinking skills to assess how one change can affect the entire project
Advanced skill using Auto Cad to create drawings for various purposes including permitting
Intermediate skill using personal computer, engineering applications, and data management software
Ability to negotiate and resolve conflict
Good surveying skills
Intermediate skill using personal computer, engineering applications, databases and data management software
Company
Chicago Transit Authority
We deliver quality, affordable transit services that link people, jobs and communities.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$146.1MKey Investors
Federal Transit AdministrationU.S. Department of Transportation
2025-11-24Grant· $121.1M
2023-06-27Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Jeremy Fine
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Bill Mooney
Chief Infrastructure Officer
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