Electrical Engineering I - Distribution

The Distribution Engineer will be accountable for supporting the project scope, quality control and delivering the finished results to upper management for our customers. In time you would be accountable for the total project scope as you strengthen your project skills. We are looking for someone who wants an exciting opportunity to become a key player as we continue to experience exponential growth. 

**Please note this role will follow our hybrid schedule of 4 days in-office at either our downtown Chicago office or Lombard office.

• Lead and execute designs for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems (4-69kV) by preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and calculations for review and approval by a Senior Engineer as well as safely perform field walk downs to document existing conditions and generate material and labor specifications.  
• Apply client’s standards, guidelines, specifications, practices and procedures or appropriate industry standards in preparing design drawings as well as coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with all specifications, codes, and client requirements.  
• Review and perform quality assurance for design deliverables (internal and external design). 
• Audit of design packages and construction jobs to ensure adherence of Project Engineering standards. 
• Ensure the integration of safety, reliability, operability, constructability, and configuration management practices into final products/designs/processes. 
• Regularly communicate and coordinate project activities with internal team members and begin to build relationships with clients - with some help and guidance from your supervisor.  

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, to complete projects on time and on budget  
• Ability to solve complex engineering problems  
• Good oral and written communication skills  

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited institution in electrical engineering.
• 1-4 years of experience.
• Knowledge of GIS, Microsoft Office, Google Earth, AutoCAD, TED, Pole Loading Analysis software is a plus.

Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Why join the Power team? Here's why: 

The Power team is home to a collaborative environment that utilizes talent from all departments with Power. Just within the past year the Power team has doubled, proving that there are incredible growth opportunities available for self-starters.

Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.:

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.

We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500+ talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.

Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction. Click here to see who we are, and how our people drive our culture each & every day.

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Important Notice to US Applicants

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits List:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Transit Benefits Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Education & Development Program

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Wellness Program 

Employee Recognition Program

Lunch and Learns

Milhouse University Classes (Cross Functional Training)

Higher Level Professional Development/Certification support

Paid Maternity and Paternity leave (plus incentives to support you in your first year of parenthood)