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Wight & Company

Integrated architecture, engineering, and construction services

Electrical Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$85k - $110k
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Darien, IL, USA+1 moreMore locations: Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
Electrical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited engineering program is required.
  • Four to eight years of related engineering experience is required.
  • A Professional Engineer license is required for the Engineer title; without a license, the designation is Designer.
  • LEED or another sustainable building certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Perform engineering analysis, design, and system selection for building applications with support from a senior engineer.
  • Ensure designs conform to applicable building codes and project sustainability goals.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
  • Coordinate documentation submittals for permitting and regulatory review with local agencies and jurisdictions.
  • Participate in project feasibility, conceptual planning, and early planning through final design, construction, and post-occupancy with guidance from a senior engineer.
  • Communicate technical solutions and performance objectives clearly and concisely while ensuring alignment with client goals, design and sustainability objectives, schedule, budget, constructability, and post-occupancy performance.
  • Lead preparation of design documentation, including building information modeling (BIM) models, drawings, and specifications, under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including architecture, engineering, sustainability, construction, and other consultants, to support integrated project delivery.
  • Research systems, products, building codes, and sustainable design practices to inform project decisions.
  • Perform construction-phase and post-occupancy activities, including submittal review, construction site observations, and commissioning conclusion.
  • Participate in cross-discipline career development, continuous learning opportunities, industry events, and internal training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Master of Science degree from an accredited engineering program is a plus.
  • LEED or another sustainable building certification is a plus.

About the company

Wight & Company provides integrated design and delivery services by combining architecture, engineering, and construction under one roof. Its Design Led-Design Build approach brings design, engineering, and construction teams together early to streamline projects, supported by architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, MEP, structural, civil, and environmental engineering, plus construction management and general contracting. The firm differentiates itself through long-running, family-led leadership, a strong sustainability track record with LEED-certified projects, and commitments like AIA 2030 and SE 2050 to cut energy use and embodied carbon. Its goal is to deliver efficient, sustainable projects for public and private clients—moving toward net-zero buildings and lower environmental impact.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • The homepage updated October 4, 2026 showcases active wins: wildlife, schools, and crisis care.
  • Gabriel Gallaher became Chief Innovation Officer, signaling continued investment in delivery technology.
  • Wight welcomed Dr. Michael Lubelfeld in 2026, strengthening education-market credibility and relationships.

What critics are saying

  • DuPage County’s $725,000 contract expires November 30, 2026, forcing recompetition.
  • Public-sector concentration exposes Wight to procurement resets and budget cuts in 2027.
  • If integrated delivery gets commoditized, Wight loses pricing power against larger design-build rivals.

What makes Wight & Company unique

  • Wight’s Design Led-Design Build integrates architecture, engineering, and construction under one contract.
  • The firm’s sustainability brand is real: AIA 2030, SE 2050, and LEED heritage.
  • Its leadership bench spans transportation, education, MEP, construction, and integrated services.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Work Hours