About Atlas Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone's responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.
Job Description (Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA): Electrical Engineer 4, DOT Roadway LightingAt Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're an Electrical Engineer in the Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA areas ready to conduct site surveys and filed inspections of electrical equipment and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You'll design and support roadway lighting systems through field inspections, technical analysis, plan review, and construction support.
Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.
Core Responsibilities - Conduct site surveys and field inspections of electrical equipment.
- Develop plans, special provisions, pay items and quantities for lighting designs for expressways, arterial/local roadways, roundabouts, underpasses, tunnels and bridges.
- Develop photometric calculations using AGi32 software.
- Assist with the preparation of project scopes, budgets and schedules.
- Provide technical support and guidance to project teams.
- Remain up to date with advances in roadway lighting, electrical engineering, and technology
- Review and understand existing AS BUILT electrical/lighting plans
- Respond to construction RFIs and questions.
You'll thrive here if you - BS degree in Electrical Engineering
- Professional Engineer License: PE in any state with reciprocity with Illinois or Georgia.
- 10+ years of experience in electrical/lighting engineering design serving the DOT/Transportation market.
- The ability to work as part of a team and independently manage tasks efficiently and effectively while meeting project deadlines and staying within budget.
- Valid Driver's License
- Technical specifications and report writing. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to maintain detailed project tracking and cost reports
- Experience with MicroStation, EXCEL, WORD and AGi32 software
- Experience with WisDOT, CDOT, IDOT, GDOT and Tollway ITS and lighting designs and standards. Knowledge of IES Guidelines and NEC codes.
- Ability to local travel 5% of the time.
- Dedication to safety, safe practices and being part of a safety-oriented culture.
- Work independently on projects with minimal supervision.
- Maintain files and supporting documentation in accordance with company policy and accepted practices.
What you can expect from us The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:
- Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
- Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
- Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
- Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
- Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
- Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
- Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
- Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.
- Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
- Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
- Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
- Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.
About the Job - Career Level: Senior
- Employment Type: Full-time
- $130,000 To $160,000 Per Year
EEO Statement Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Notice to Third Party AgenciesPlease note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.
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