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Temporary Power Distribution Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

HotRun Inc.

Electrical Engineer - Distribution

Chicago, IL

$110K - $144K/yr

Senior Electrical Engineer (Medical Infrastructure) We are seeking a visionary Senior Electrical ... Power Distribution: Design and manage complex distribution networks, including substations ...

HotRun Inc.

Electrical Engineer - Distribution

Chicago, IL · On-site

$110K - $144K/yr

Senior Electrical Engineer (Medical Infrastructure) We are seeking a visionary Senior Electrical ... Power Distribution: Design and manage complex distribution networks, including substations ...

BSI Engineering LLC

Electrical Engineer

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

Electrical Engineer Your Role at BSI Our Electrical Engineering team has many years of experience designing power distribution systems for clients in many different industries. Our Electrical ...

Willdan

Electrical Engineer II

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

Summary The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for the design and development of power distribution systems with a focus on utility and substation infrastructure. This role supports projects ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary power distribution engineer in Chicago, IL is $45.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.91 and $53.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Power Distribution Engineer vs Power Systems Engineer?

AspectTemporary Power Distribution EngineerPower Systems Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, relevant certifications (e.g., PE license)Engineering degree, professional certifications (e.g., PE license)
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, temporary setups, industrial projectsPower plants, utility companies, grid design
Industry UsageConstruction, event power, temporary installationsUtilities, energy companies, infrastructure projects

Temporary Power Distribution Engineers focus on designing and managing temporary electrical power setups for construction sites and events, often working in dynamic environments. Power Systems Engineers work on the design, analysis, and optimization of permanent electrical power systems for utilities and infrastructure. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in their work environment and project scope.

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Power Transmission & Distribution Engineer/Project Manager

Farnsworth Group

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Power Transmission amp; Distribution Engineer/Project Manager to join our growing consulting team at any of the locations listed below. You will be responsible for leading power industry projects from concept through completion, with a focus on electric transmission and distribution design. This role requires strong client-facing skills, project financial ownership, and the ability to manage interdisciplinary engineering and construction activities to design, analyze and modernize power infrastructure.
Posting Locations: Belleville, Lisle, or Chicago, IL; or St. Louis, MO
What You’ll Do:
  • Build, maintain, and grow client relationships, support business development and proposal development
  • Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring communication, alignment, and high‑quality delivery
  • Lead and manage transmission, distribution and substation projects from planning through closeout, including route selection, siting, surveying, permitting, engineering, estimating, and construction coordination
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams (electrical, civil, survey, environmental, structural)
  • Prepare and/or oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasting, scope, risk management, change management, and staffing
  • Develop engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates and implement project execution plans, project controls, and QA/QC processes
  • Perform transmission and distribution system design (overhead amp; underground) including distribution equipment, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder installation
  • Prepare substation design packages including siting, physical equipment arrangements, and equipment designs such as buswork, transformers, breakers, isolators, protective relaying systems, and grounding systems
  • Conduct line routing, load flow, short circuit, and coordination studies as well as voltage drop, sag-tension, wire selection, and pole loading calculations
  • Provide technical input during client meetings and presentations as well as internal design team meetings

What You’ll Need:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or construction management from an ABET accredited institution
  • 7+ years of T amp;D experience in consulting or utility environments
  • 3+ years managing power industry projects
  • Working knowledge of industry design standards, including NESC, IEEE, NERC and relevant utility standards
  • Proficiency in tools such as ETAP, SKM, CYME, PLS-CADD, or similar
  • Design experience and working knowledge of 69kV to 500kV systems preferred
  • Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to present complex information to internal and external stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project financials, forecasting, scope, schedules, contracts, and risk
  • Proven success developing client relationships and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or PMP Certification preferred

Who We Are
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
  • 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Short amp; Long-Term Disability
  • Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Mentoring Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
  • Pet Insurance Plan
  • Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success.
Salary Range: $110,000 - $200,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
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