Electrical Engineer II
Company: Chicago Transit Authority
Location: Chicago
Posted on: September 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Description SALARY
$29.051 - $41.503
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs electrical engineering work involving the application of a
comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices in
broad areas of assignments. Qualifications PRIMARY
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.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:
Job Title
None
CHALLENGES
Providing maintenance design plans which meet all local, state and
federal standards, codes and requirements.
Prioritizing duties on a daily basis and completing projects on
time.
Designing equipment for maximum useful life.
Keeping abreast of changes in scientific knowledge and engineering
technology and utilizing changes in solving theoretical or
practical electrical engineering problems.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires sitting for extended periods of time, standing, visual
acumen, manual dexterity, and fingering for working with computer
key boards.
Light physical effort; walking, bending, climbing to investigate
systems.
Move on track elevated structures, in subway tunnels and at grade
conditions, after proper safety training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment.
Works outdoors, in or near shop/garage/terminal areas and on
elevated or ballasted track areas adjacent to energized contact
rails and moving trains.
May be required to work various extended or irregular hours in
order to meet project deadlines or respond to CTA emergencies.
May be required to travel to various CTA, vendor, and transit
property locations.
Subject to prevailing weather conditions, moving vehicles,
electrically energized contact rail, ballasted track and elevated
structures when performing duties including but not limited to
conducting field inspections.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
Computer Systems, AutoCad, Engineering/Drawing software, MS Office,
engineering calculators, technical manuals, scales, codes,
technical manuals, and field testing equipment.
Additional Details Employees and/or union members will be given
priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable
labor contracts.
Rate to be determined by applicant's entered service date and
service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated
against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital
status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age,
unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status
protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona
fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to
providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting
the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations
for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for
employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would
result. If you require an accommodation in the application or
hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the
submission of your application or upon notification of your actual
test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation
can be provided.
TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY
INCLUDING:
INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.
Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in
a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out
for non-responsiveness.
CTA Benefits
Primary Location: USA-Illinois-ChicagoJob: EngineeringJob Posting:
Sep 13, 2024, 7:46:14 PMPosition Type: Full-time Permanent
(FTP)
Keywords: Chicago Transit Authority, Joliet , Electrical Engineer II, Engineering , Chicago, Illinois
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