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Job Title: MEP Engineer – Capital Projects

Location: North Chicago, IL

Duration: 12 Months (Contract)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced MEP Engineer – Capital Projects to support the successful execution of capital project initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) installations and systems meet design specifications, performance expectations, and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, compliance knowledge, and hands-on experience in inspection, validation, and documentation within a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and document compliance of MEP systems with design specifications, URS requirements, and regulatory standards
• Inspect electrical equipment installations and wiring methods to ensure adherence to approved designs and local code requirements
• Validate installation quality and ensure alignment with vendor specifications and engineering standards
• Review instrument calibration certificates and ensure proper documentation of calibration activities
• Perform loop testing and support commissioning activities for electrical and instrumentation systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, and project management to ensure seamless project execution
• Identify and report deviations, non-conformances, and recommend corrective actions
• Support documentation processes including validation protocols, reports, and compliance records
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industries
• 5+ years of experience in MEP engineering within capital projects or industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and wiring standards
• Experience with installation verification, commissioning, and validation processes
• Familiarity with regulatory standards, codes, and compliance requirements (e.g., NEC, GMP environments preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of URS (User Requirement Specifications) and validation lifecycle
• Prior experience working on large-scale capital or greenfield projects
• Certification or training in Six Sigma, Quality Assurance, or related disciplines

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $100,000- 130,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Project Manager-Building Automation

Schneider Electric is looking for an experienced Project Manager for Building Automation.

He or she must have related industry knowledge, strong customer service skills, strong understanding of contracting procedures and tactics relative to such areas as project correspondence, documentation, timely notice of claims, subcontract negotiation and subcontract administration.

This individual should have an advanced understanding of HVAC and access or other building or electronic control systems and can analyze control system drawings and schematics as well as advanced knowledge of contract law, codes, standards and industry construction knowledge.

He or she must exhibit strong leadership skills including team leading and the ability to empower others through delegating responsibility. This position plans, directs and coordinates activities of project teams to ensure that goals and objectives of the project are accomplished on time, implemented at or below the estimated cost, and billed in a timely fashion throughout the duration of the project. This position may also be responsible for directing operations personnel.

The Project Manager will report directly to the Operations Manager and will be an active participant in the development and implementation of Operations Excellence.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Manages resources by planning, scheduling, and forecasting manpower and resource requirements.
• Coordinates project in accordance with contract documents and approved sales estimate
• Manages all document control for projects, including but not limited to RFI's, meeting minutes, punch lists, transmittal log, submittal log, change order log and issues log.
• Prepares project billing revenue forecasts and schedules of values.
• Review all estimates and change orders for accuracy and approve all team project submittals.
• Accountable for financial management on all assigned projects
• Prepares installation subcontractor bidding documents and negotiates subcontracts.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain all project contract documents in accordance with Schneider Electric quality policy.
• Prepares and updates project schedule and cost estimates.
• Prepares and delivers final project documentation to the customer and collect payment.
• Responsible for all customer-facing communication

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years as Project Manager in the Building Management Systems, HVAC Controls, Data Centers and or Construction Industry
• Knowledge of basic BACnet/LON/MODBUS protocols.
• Project Management Development Program
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to function in highly charged situations with customers, teammates, team members, peers, and contemporaries.
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written.
• Strong collaborative skills, internal and external
• Working knowledge of Office 365, File Structure, VISIO

Requirements:

• Customer service mindset
• Dedication to operational improvement

Hanley, Flight and Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ), a patent prosecution law firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking engineers with industry experience to train to be patent engineers. As a patent engineer at HFZ, you will use your engineering skills to protect a wide range of cutting-edge technologies for some of the most innovative companies in the world. We work with clients within the automotive and aerospace sectors, telecommunications and software industries, with artificial intelligence and wireless technologies, the oil and gas industry and consumer products, as well as, biomedical devices and instrumentation and valve technologies - to name a few.

Patent Engineers can experience rapid career advancement and pay escalation opportunities by becoming patent agents, and attending a part-time law school program with the goal of becoming a patent attorney. This is an in-office, Chicago-based role with hybrid flexibility. This is not a remote position.

Candidates are required to have:

- at least two years of engineering-related work experience,

- the desire to become a patent attorney,

- an ELECTRICAL, COMPUTER, BIOMEDICAL and

MECHANICAL engineering undergraduate degree or COMPUTER SCIENCE degree.

- excellent academic credentials, and

- strong analytical and writing skills.

Candidate Preferences:

- candidates with an official LSAT score - a real plus

- candidates with a Patent Office Registration Number - a real plus

Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $85,000-$105,000. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below this range based on experience.
• Year-end bonus potential – discretionary and based on productivity.
• Comprehensive Benefits Program includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401K plan.
• This is an in-office, Chicago-based role with hybrid flexibility.

- Please provide a cover letter, resume, and any/all of your engineering transcripts.

ATTN:

- Bill O'Connor Recruitment Manager. If using LinkedIn Easy Apply, additional documents (transcript, cover letter) can be emailed to (Bill O'Connor)

- Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC is committed to diversity as a core value of the

firm. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and

celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. A diverse and inclusive

workforce enriches our work experience and enhances the value of our legal

services. HFZ is an Equal Opportunity/ M/F/Vet/Disabled Employer.

Our client is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join their growing technical team. This is an exciting opportunity for engineers at all levels — whether you are early in your career or bring substantial field experience, you will be given the appropriate challenge and support to thrive.

You will take ownership of post-sales technical support across a portfolio of CNC machining equipment, working directly with end-user clients to ensure their machinery operates at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver post-sales technical support, including installation, commissioning, testing, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrading of CNC machining equipment and peripherals.
• Plan and coordinate service activities — investigating and resolving customer-reported technical issues and proactively eliminating future operational difficulties.
• Examine machinery, components, and work orders; liaise with equipment operators to diagnose problems and determine whether faults are mechanical or human in origin.
• Analyse all available technical information to identify root causes and recommend or implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider engineering team, effectively coordinating workloads and priorities.
• Provide technical guidance to management and factory engineers on equipment defects, customer satisfaction issues, product performance, and product improvement suggestions.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience within a machine tool environment.
• Working knowledge of Fanuc machines and CNC control systems.
• Understanding of PLC systems and schematics.
• Ability to operate a forklift truck and manual lifting equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Title: Account Executive

Salary: $70k-$80k/yr

Expected annual compensation $100k+ uncapped

Schedule: 100% on-site in Westchester, IL (hybrid eventually)

Join a company ranked in the Top 2% nationwide by both clients and employees for more than seven years, and recognized as Best of Staffing for Internal Employee Satisfaction.

Sterling Engineering is growing fast, and we’re looking for a motivated Account Executive to join our team at our corporate office in Westchester, IL with a focus on expanding our Energy and Infrastructure client base.

What Role Will You Play

As an Account Executive, you’ll be a core part of our business development team, focused on growing new relationships and expanding existing accounts within the Energy and Infrastructure space. You’ll identify opportunities, open doors, and position Sterling as a long-term staffing partner for engineering and technical talent. This role reports to the Business Unit Manager and works closely with recruiting leadership to drive results.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identify, initiate, and secure new business within Energy and Infrastructure markets
• Build prospect lists, execute outreach strategies, and generate new accounts
• Develop strong relationships with decision makers and hiring leaders
• Learn and understand technical roles and workforce needs in regulated and project-driven environments
• Use sales tools such as social media, internal databases, networking events, and cold calling
• Conduct in-person and virtual business development meetings and presentations
• Maintain persistence in prospecting and consistently hit performance goals
• Negotiate staffing agreements and partnership programs
• Manage accounts strategically through market insight, communication, and long-term planning
• Partner with recruiting teams to screen and present qualified candidates
• Present talent to hiring managers with clear summaries and recommendations
• Stay organized while managing multiple priorities
• Travel locally to meet with clients and leadership teams
• Grow accounts organically through referrals and expansion opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Competitive, driven mindset with a love for business development
• Comfort learning technical and engineering concepts
• Consistent follow-up and professionalism with clients and candidates
• Honest, consultative closing and negotiation skills
• Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience preferred
• Experience selling into Energy, Infrastructure, utilities, construction engineering, or industrial markets is a big plus

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Fenagh Engineering and Testing provides special inspections, geotechnical engineering, and other materials testing services for a wide array of private and public sector clients.

We are seeking a full time Geotechnical Engineer (PE) to work in our Chicago, IL office.

Illinois PE License is required

Job Description

• Prepare or assist staff to prepare geotechnical reports.
• Respond to geotechnical related requests from job sites.
• Delegate tasks, visits, and activities to staff and project geotechnical professionals.
• Develop relations with Fenagh Geotechnical staff in your region through weekly video meetings and in person visits with each on a quarterly basis.
• Develop relations with other Fenagh Geotechnical Services Managers through weekly video meetings and co attendance at conferences and offices quarterly..
• Develop and recruit geotechnical staff with assistance from all leadership to maintain good work-life balance.
• Provide review of requests for geotechnical proposals and advise on level of effort.
• Comprehend geotechnical proposals by others and prepare schedule of work.
• Prepare marketing writeups for new proposals as requested.
• Manage the progress of active investigations weekly by discussing ongoing steps with staff.
• Attend mandatory pre-drill and post drill meetings with staff and principals as needed.
• Prepare and present trainings to staff (and clients) on geological and geotechnical services.
• Assess risk of field investigations and travel where appropriate for oversight and training.
• Travel may be required to any Fenagh office location, or client location.

Requirements

• IL PE required
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• 5 plus years of Geotechnical engineering experience.

Vendor Account Manager

Location: Near Oak Brook, IL

Salary: $80,000 – $110,000

A well-established family-owned manufacturer of industrial water chillers and process cooling systems is seeking a Vendor Account Manager to support purchasing operations and supplier relationships. These chillers are used in advanced technology and industrial applications where reliable temperature control is critical.

This role plays a key part in ensuring the organization maintains strong vendor partnerships while keeping materials flowing to support manufacturing schedules. The Vendor Account Manager will work closely with engineering, operations, quality, and inventory teams to manage supplier performance, inventory planning, and purchasing strategy.

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable managing vendors, planning inventory, and coordinating cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment.

This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Management

• Maintain professional communication with suppliers via phone and email while representing the company’s collaborative culture
• Organize annual meetings with key vendors to maintain strong relationships
• Coordinate discussions between vendors and engineering regarding new and existing components used in the company’s industrial water chiller systems
• Develop a working technical understanding of the parts you purchase and how they support chiller assemblies
• Present vendor scorecard feedback annually and collaborate on performance improvements
• Evaluate supplier performance to determine opportunities for alternative vendors based on quality, pricing, or reliability
• Work with engineering to approve new vendors and components when needed

Inventory & Purchasing Management

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on customer forecasts and vendor lead times
• Manage ERP data including safety stock levels and reorder points
• Purchase materials strategically to optimize price breaks, freight efficiency, and warehouse space
• Implement and manage vendor stocking agreements

Project Coordination

• Coordinate supplier-related project meetings
• Communicate project updates to internal teams and vendors
• Escalate schedule risks or delays to the Materials Manager when needed

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, or materials planning in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and suppliers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
• Experience resolving supplier performance or supply chain issues
• Technical aptitude and comfort working with mechanical components or industrial equipment preferred

Digital Content Specialist II (Hybrid)

Chicago, IL

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional Association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.

We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.

We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Digital Content Specialist II on our Digital Marketing team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

As a Digital Content Specialist II, you will support UX copywriting and content
across AMA's digital platforms, with a primary focus on FREIDA, a platform that
helps medical students search for and evaluate residency programs. The role contributes
to the creation of specialty-specific informational content, user-facing copy,
and messaging that helps guide medical students, residents, and physicians
through critical career decisions. Working under established UX and content
standards, this role applies UX writing best practices to improve clarity,
engagement, and usability. The position works closely with product, UX, and
marketing teams to ensure content is consistent, effective, and aligned with
the overall member experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Writing and Content Development

• Write comprehensive Q&A content for individual medical specialties within the FREIDA Specialty Guide
• Develop and maintain informational content across FREIDA resources, including the Residency Guide and student-facing guidance materials
• Develop copy for the Program Director Portal, including guidance, instructions, and resource content
• Create push notifications, alert banners, and promotional messaging to support engagement and highlight key deadlines and seasonal activities
• Collaborate with medical education stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and clinical appropriateness

FREIDA Content

• Create clear, concise, and user-centered copy for FREIDA and AMA digital properties that support the FREIDA experience, including AMAone and related join/renew and sign-in flows
• Write and optimize UX copy for onboarding sequences, navigation, error states, and transactional touchpoints
• Work on landing page and member-facing content that supports usability and conversion goals
• Collaborate with UX designers to integrate copy early in the design process and support effective content-design collaboration
• Conduct content audits and contribute recommendations to improve clarity and usability

User Insight and Industry Awareness

• Develop an understanding of medical student, resident, and physician behaviors to inform content strategy and UX copy decisions
• Apply user insight and evolving UX and healthcare education trends to support product, design, and marketing initiatives
• Refine content based on user feedback, observed behavior, and performance data

May include other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field required
2. Ability to translate complex or regulated information into clear, user-centered language
3. Experience collaborating with product, design, and marketing teams through content contributions
4. Experience supporting content standards, including voice, tone, and style guidelines
5. Comfort presenting recommendations and incorporating stakeholder feedback
6. Hands-on experience with enterprise CMS platforms, preferably Drupal, and collaboration tools including JIRA, Confluence, Asana and Figma
7. Working knowledge of Google Analytics and Power BI to inform content improvements

The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago.

This role is an exempt position, and the salary range for this position is $74,160-$98,318. This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings, please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.

THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION

LUXE Interiors + Design is the definitive voice of the luxury residential design industry. For more than 20 years, we’ve served as a trusted bridge between brands, design professionals and the most affluent homeowners in America’s premier markets.

We tell stories that inspire, spark meaningful relationships and connect the design community—from local visionaries to national icons. We deliver compelling multimedia content and immersive experiences that elevate brands across the luxury design landscape. We don’t just showcase beautiful homes; we transform inspiration into thoughtful brand moments that drive lasting impact.

Role Overview

We are hiring a Homes Editor that will be responsible for cultivating and expanding Chicago's network of luxury interior designers and architects, developing strong, long-term relationships that bring top-tier talent into LUXE’s ecosystem. This role involves sourcing, acquiring, and shaping compelling home features for each market’s six annual issues. Success requires proactive research, on-the-ground scouting, and long-lead project planning, all grounded in trusted partnerships with design professionals. The ideal candidate is deeply connected, highly motivated, and passionate about high-end residential design.

The Homes Editor reports to the Editor-in-Chief and works closely with the Managing Editor to coordinate day-to-day priorities, project timelines, assignments, and deadlines. Regular check-ins ensure smooth execution from feature conception through publication.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, acquire, and develop high-quality home features for print and digital publication
• Write feature stories on a monthly basis and contribute Front of Book content as needed
• Represent LUXE at regional design events and host gatherings to strengthen brand engagement
• Assign, manage, and edit freelance writers, including oversight of contracts and deadlines
• Edit, fact-check, and compile resources, captions, and supporting materials for stories
• Collaborate with Managing Editor during production through Edit Reads and review cycles
• Cultivate strong professional relationships with architects, designers, builders, and publicists
• Maintain an up-to-date database of design professionals and future prospects
• Distribute feature PDFs promptly after publication
• Support digital content initiatives and other editorial projects as assigned

Who You Are

• A proactive, self-starting editor with strong journalistic instincts
• Passionate and knowledgeable about high-end residential design
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple stories and projects simultaneously
• Excellent writer, editor, and communicator
• Collaborative team player who also thrives independently
• Deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and meticulous in project execution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in journalism, editorial, PR, or related fields
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Strong understanding of interior design and luxury residential markets
• Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with designers and architects
• Comfortable working in both team-based and independent environments

This role is 30 hours per week with the ability and willingness to attend evening events, as required.