Electrical Engineer - Troy

Electrical Engineer - Troy

Troy, MI

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

The Electrical Engineer provides Engineering expertise and support to estimating, project management, and customers as it relates to a project. The Electrical Engineer also provides support and expertise to the other members of the engineering team such as the VDC Engineers. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and coordinate all power and lighting distribution systems meeting project specifications under the guidance of a Professional Engineer (PE) on staff

Manage and schedule 3D modelers/2D Drafters (VDC/BIM modelers)

Review, edit and write project specifications under the guidance of a PE on staff

Generate and/or review production submittals against project specifications under the guidance of a PE on staff

Assist in the estimating process for Electrical contractors by attending jobsite walk throughs, defining scope, and generating bill of materials

Complete other tasks and duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Electrical Engineering required

2-5 years minimum experience with an electrical contracting company (preferred) and/or Architectural/Engineering firm required

Strong skills and proficient in Revit software required

Proven experience with reviewing, editing, and writing project specifications required

Experience with generating and/or reviewing production submittals against project specifications required

Experience with walk throughs, defining scope and generating bill of materials required

Must be self-directed

Must also be able to manage others and possess strong communication skills

Ability to work cohesively with other departments within the company

Strong organizational skills: ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and follow projects to completion

Strong problem-solving skills required

Ability to travel 10-20% of the time to jobsites in multiple states

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions):

1. Do you have a Electrical Engineering degree

2. Do you come from other electrical contracting companies. a must

3. Do you come from electrical contract companies that work in the industrial or heavy commercial fields - preferred

4. Do you have Revit experience- must be able to hit the ground running with Revit

5. Do you have a PE license (will pay higher salary for this) - Preferred

6. 4. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.