Remote Fresh Electrical Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will perform solar PV energy modeling and production analysis using industry-standard software such as HelioScope. You will develop PV array block layouts and optimize system performance while considering site constraints and maintenance access. The role involves analyzing array tilt configurations and their impact on energy production and project economics, as well as designing detailed PV system layouts including module stringing and equipment placement. You will support the design and specification of solar racking systems, inverters, weather stations, and associated electrical equipment. Additional responsibilities include designing medium-voltage collection systems, performing electrical calculations to ensure compliance with applicable codes, and supporting battery energy storage system design efforts.

Responsibilities

• Perform solar PV energy modeling and production analysis using software such as HelioScope.
• Develop PV array block layouts optimizing system performance and considering site constraints.
• Analyze array tilt configurations for their impact on energy production and project economics.
• Design detailed PV system layouts including module stringing and equipment placement.
• Support the design and specification of solar racking systems, inverters, and associated electrical equipment.
• Design medium-voltage collection systems and cabling from generation assets to the point of interconnection.
• Perform electrical calculations and studies to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Support battery energy storage system design efforts, including system integration.
• Collaborate with project managers, civil engineers, and construction teams during project development and execution.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• At least 8 years of related design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes including NEC, ASHRAE, and IECC.
• Experience with Electrical Power Calculation Software such as SKM, ETAP, or Easy Power.
• Lighting calculation experience with Visual, AGI32, or Elumtools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs and BIM software, primarily Revit and AutoCAD.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
• Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of NFPA, ISA, and IEEE Regulatory Codes.
• Experience in scoping and drafting fees for electrical engineering components of interdisciplinary project work.

Work Environment

This role offers exposure to utility-scale and nationally significant energy projects. You will have opportunities to work across conventional generation, renewables, and energy storage. The position involves collaboration with industry experts and offers career growth within a global organization. The work environment includes a diverse portfolio of projects in natural gas, nuclear, solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, hydrogen, and battery energy storage systems, providing exposure to both traditional and emerging energy technologies. The Chicago office is centrally located in the business district. Fully remote work is available for candidates with the right experience.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $66.00 - $88.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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