Job Description

Critical Power Consulting P.C. (CPC) is a Power Engineering Consulting firm formed to provide superior power engineering consulting, project management and engineering services to private and public entities.

CPC provides power related engineering, site acquisition due diligence, power master planning, utility power coordination, and analysis, as well as infrastructure development services. CPC works with data centers, biotech, financial institutions, manufacturers, real estate developers, hotels, universities, hospitals, and other commercial organizations that regard utility power as critical to their overall success.

CPC is actively seeking an energetic and self-motivated professional to join the firm as a Senior Project Engineer. This position is remote, but candidates should reside in the Chicago area.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead projects with our clients seeking our expertise in electric utility projects. The Senior Project Engineer will be responsible for running large-scale utility projects on behalf of our clients and will be the primary contact for client project solutions. They will be responsible for directing the overall project engineering/management and implementation on client projects with guidance from the principal and senior members of the firm as well as managing/mentoring junior engineers/managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project related power infrastructure services that may include technical, regulatory, and financial analysis.
• Responding to client inquiries in a manner that exceeds the client’s expectations.
• Analyzing and presenting client reporting information.
• Coordinate with principal and project engineers with managing internal and external resources.
• Take lead on project meetings and client project schedules, meeting documentation, and budgetary tracking.
• Work with and guide more junior Project Engineers to provide markups / sketches in Visio, Autocad, and / or Bluebeam.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to maintain a competitive edge.
• Lead and mentor Project Engineers on project work and client relationships/expectations.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Engineer in Training or Professional Engineering License or on track toward licensure preferred.
• Experience with project management with infrastructure projects.
• Must reside in Chicago area.
• Specific experience with electric utility power infrastructure required. Experience with medium voltage distribution design / construction, high voltage substation design / construction, utility metering, and/or project engineering/management preferred.
• 10-15 Years of total experience within the electric utility construction industry in a project engineering / management role.
• Computer skills – Experience with Microsoft suite of products, AutoCAD, Visio and desire to learn and leverage new technology platforms.

Valued Experience

• Project Engineering / Management focused on exceeding customer requirements
• Utility distribution and / or transmission experience and familiarity
• Direct involvement with distribution / transmission systems, or building infrastructure systems, such as electrical switch gear, emergency/standby generation, etc.
• Involvement with Datacenter construction preferred
• Experience with direct client interactions

Required Characteristics

• Highly motivated individual who derives satisfaction from the delivery of exceptional work product that assists the client fulfilling their needs
• Excellent oral and written communications skills with the ability to interact and present challenging concepts to all levels (technical and non-technical) of a client’s organization
• Selfless attitude with the ability to contribute to a dynamic and evolving team environment.
• Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, energetic, problem solver
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously
• Willingness to learn new things every day
• Ability to work remotely and independently
• Willingness and ability to travel to site meetings, potential for multiple overnight site visits and meetings

BENEFITS As a full-time employee, you will be eligible to participate in Company benefits, as available to similarly situated employees, based on applicable service, terms and conditions. Benefits are described as follows:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Flexible work schedule and remote work opportunities.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Opportunity to be a leader within a dynamic, growing firm in a rapidly growing industry.
• Incentive bonus structure based on personal and company performance.

LOCATION Remote Work out of Home – Chicago Area

CPC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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