Electrical Engineer

SmithGroup • Detroit, MI

26d • Hybrid

About The Position

SmithGroup is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join its Detroit office. The firm provides integrated design services across markets including healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. In this role, you will independently provide electrical engineering services and lead others in achieving project objectives. You will lead the analysis, design, and documentation of medium and large building electrical systems, manage multiple complex projects, develop planning and design concepts, oversee and review others’ work, mentor junior staff, contribute to recruitment and performance coaching, and support sustainable design initiatives through engineering calculations and software.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience designing electrical power distribution and lighting systems for new and renovated healthcare, research laboratory, higher education, and other critical building types.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Proficiency with current design software such as CAD, Revit, and SKM, as well as Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• LEED AP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently provide the full range of electrical engineering services on projects and lead others in accomplishing project objectives assigned by a supervisor.
• Lead and perform analysis, design, and documentation of medium and large building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting design, and fire alarm systems.
• Manage timelines and workflows for multiple complex projects assigned by a supervisor.
• Create and develop planning and design concepts for complex projects in higher education, science and technology, and healthcare markets.
• Oversee the design work of others and conduct quality control reviews to ensure innovative, integrated, and cohesive design.
• Mentor junior-level staff and participate in performance coaching.
• Participate in recruitment and interviewing as requested.
• Contribute to sustainable design initiatives using software for electrical load, short circuit, generator load, and lighting calculations.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and a hybrid work environment.
• Three weeks of PTO within the first year, with the option to purchase additional time off.
• Eight paid federal holidays and 15 additional Fridays off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellbeing resources.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending account and voluntary insurance options.
• 401(k) program with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• One-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Annual performance-based bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior