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Lead Electrical Engineer - Data Centers

Olsson·📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Employment

Full-Time

Work mode

Remote

Experience

13+ years

Salary

$130K – $190K/yr

Pay vs market · Near median

This job's pay ($160,000 a year at the midpoint) is higher than about 45% of 302 salary-listed Electrical Engineer jobs in United States in the last 12 months; their median is $163,488.

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Role overview

Job description

Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will work directly with some of the world’s largest technology companies and other mission-critical clients. You will serve as an electrical engineering lead on projects, design calculations, write technical reports, and prepare documents. Experience in the Data Center industry is preferred. You will also coordinate with other Olsson teams, professional staff, technical staff, and clients. Qualifications You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others. Having ownership in the work you do. Using your talents to positively affect communities. You bring to the team: Strong communication skills Ability to contribute and work well on a team Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related 13+ years of electrical engineering experience Licensed PE Experience with Revit CA experience Ability to be a self-starter to take on a variety of tasks to best serve the client and their project work Investigation and troubleshooting of problems to find solutions The typical annual salary range for this role is as listed below. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role may be eligible for our performance‑based bonus and merit increases. National Pay Range $130,000 — $190,000 USD Additional Information Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come. As an Olsson employee, you will: Receive a competitive 401(k) match Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here .

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  • Source: Olsson's official careers site · still listed there on 11 Nov 2026
  • Posted 3 Aug 2026

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Role market pulse

How Electrical Engineer demand looks in United States

72/100 · rising

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Posted 30d

460

30d movement

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Remote share

3.7%

Salary listed

74.7%

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Qualification

We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions

Department · Industrial Instrumentation & Controls

Hiring company

Olsson

Construction

Olsson is an engineering and design firm delivering infrastructure solutions that improve communities through expertise, collaboration, and innovation.

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