Technical Specialist Jobs in Chicago, IL
Technical Specialist jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, River North, and the Fulton Market district across healthcare technology, financial services, and industrial manufacturing, with steady demand from midsize firms to global enterprises. Employers actively posting roles include Wesco, IMEC Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center, and HDR. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
HDR is currently seeking an ICT Technical Specialist for our Building Engineering Services Business Group located in Chicago, IL. Our team is an integrated facility and infrastructure design team consisting of core services of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, ICT, Structural and Site Civil Engineering. We work in a wide variety of markets including Tech/Media/Telecom, Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Science and Technology, Industrial, Water, Federal and Mission Critical buildings and infrastructure. We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.
The ICT Technical Specialist is responsible for production of design drawings, calculations and specifications. They will also assist in executing the work of the ICT team, under a lead designer. In this role, you will collaborate with the ICT Lead Designer to assist in preparation construction documents and specifications.
In the role of ICT Security Technical Specialist, we'll count on you to:
- Evaluate and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology systems, techniques, procedures, designs and modifications
- Understand technology infrastructure systems, including communications structured cabling, outside plant systems and fiber-optic systems
- Assist in preparation construction documents and specifications
- Perform engineering assignments under the direct supervision of a licensed engineer
- Design tasks involving judgment in evaluating, selecting and applying engineering techniques and procedures
- Production of design drawings and construction documents through the use of computer aided design and other software
- Preparation of design or quantity calculations
- Preparation of specifications and contract documents
- Coordination with other disciplines as necessary
- Other duties as assigned by the supervising engineer
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary environments
#LI-EV1
- Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
- A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported
- Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported
- Knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-Illinois-ChicagoIndustry
: Building EngineeringSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Sep 15, 2026
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
HDR is currently seeking an ICT Technical Specialist for our Building Engineering Services Business Group located in Chicago, IL. Our team is an integrated facility and infrastructure design team consisting of core services of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, ICT, Structural and Site Civil Engineering. We work in a wide variety of markets including Tech/Media/Telecom, Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Science and Technology, Industrial, Water, Federal and Mission Critical buildings and infrastructure. We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.
The ICT Technical Specialist is responsible for production of design drawings, calculations and specifications. They will also assist in executing the work of the ICT team, under a lead designer. In this role, you will collaborate with the ICT Lead Designer to assist in preparation construction documents and specifications.
In the role of ICT Security Technical Specialist, we'll count on you to:
- Evaluate and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology systems, techniques, procedures, designs and modifications
- Understand technology infrastructure systems, including communications structured cabling, outside plant systems and fiber-optic systems
- Assist in preparation construction documents and specifications
- Perform engineering assignments under the direct supervision of a licensed engineer
- Design tasks involving judgment in evaluating, selecting and applying engineering techniques and procedures
- Production of design drawings and construction documents through the use of computer aided design and other software
- Preparation of design or quantity calculations
- Preparation of specifications and contract documents
- Coordination with other disciplines as necessary
- Other duties as assigned by the supervising engineer
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary environments
#LI-EV1
- Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
- A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported
- Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported
- Knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-Illinois-ChicagoIndustry
: Building EngineeringSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Sep 15, 2026See All 58 Technical Specialist Jobs in Chicago
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Technical Specialist Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a technical specialist job in Chicago?
Focus on the sectors driving the most hiring in Chicago: healthcare IT, financial services, and industrial automation concentrated in the Loop, Fulton Market, and near the O'Hare corridor. Employers here favor candidates who can bridge technical depth with client-facing communication, so pairing hands-on system or product knowledge with experience supporting end users or enterprise clients gives you a clear edge in this market.
Which companies hire technical specialists in Chicago?
Chicago technical specialist roles are posted by Wesco, IMEC Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center, and HDR and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The Chicago market includes a mix of global financial firms headquartered downtown, major health systems on the North Side, and industrial and manufacturing companies operating out of the greater metro area.
Are there remote technical specialist jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though it depends heavily on the role: desk-based and analytical technical specialist positions are routinely remote-eligible, while hands-on hardware, lab, or field-support roles almost always require an on-site presence. About 66% of technical specialist openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the highest remote share concentrated in software support and data-systems specialties.
How can I get a technical specialist job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is targeting tier-one technical support or associate specialist roles at the city's large health systems, such as those on the Near North Side, or at financial technology firms in the Loop that run structured onboarding programs. Certifications in platforms common to those sectors, combined with demonstrated troubleshooting experience from internships or contract work, consistently move entry-level candidates past the initial screen with Chicago employers.
Which industries hire the most technical specialists in Chicago?
Most technical specialist openings in Chicago sit in Technology & Software, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Chicago's role as a national hub for financial trading infrastructure, a regional anchor for hospital networks, and a longtime center for industrial and manufacturing operations keeps demand for technical specialists consistently strong across all three sectors.
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