Electrical Engineer

Ghafari Associates; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career mapping and mentorship opportunities

Hybrid and in-office work environments

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dearborn, Michigan is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide design and analysis for lighting, power, and control systems for various structures. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong skills in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on innovative projects worldwide.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience with short-circuit analysis and protective device coordination.
• Experience with arc flash hazard software.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze electrical systems for installation and control.
• Prepare feasibility studies and schematic design packages.
• Review project submittals for conformance with contract documents.

Skills

Proficiency in Autodesk Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Experience with SKM

Experience with ETAP

Experience with EasyPower

Bluebeam

BIM 360

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

General Summary

With some supervision from the senior staff or the Manager of Electrical Engineering, provide engineering design and analysis for lighting, power, low voltage, and associated control systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, educational, governmental, and healthcare structures in conformance to client requirements and applicable codes. Provide engineering to develop construction documents for the installation, interconnection and control of architectural, electrical, and mechanical components.

Essential Job Functions

• Possess / demonstrate the engineering knowledge and understanding to design and/or analyze electrical systems for the installation, interconnection, and control of architectural, electrical and mechanical components.
• Using applicable codes and standards, design and engineer lighting and power distribution systems, low voltage systems (fire alarm systems, telecommunications, data networks, lighting control systems, power monitoring systems, etc.), including sizing of equipment, etc.
• Review and/or establish project scope, electrical budget, design approach, and applicable constraints with the Project Manager or client as appropriate.
• Knowledge of the NEC and other relevant NFPA standards, as they apply to the electrical design.
• Adhere to project quality, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare feasibility studies and schematic design packages of lighting, power systems, etc.
• Possess / demonstrate the graphic ability to produce construction documents per company and client standards.
• Communicate and work with all other disciplines to produce coordinated construction documents.
• Conduct field measuring and checking at the project site.
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, schedules, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• With assistance, edit and draft project specifications.
• Review project submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents; specify action required for conformance.
• Prepare project cost estimates.
• Respond to RFIs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university

Employment Qualifications

• Professional Registration*
• LEED accredited professional qualification preferred

Experience

• 5+ years related and progressively more responsible experience in electrical engineering field
• Experience with short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination and arc flash hazard software (e.g., SKM, ETAP or EasyPower)

Skills / Competencies

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Experience with SKM, ETAP or EasyPower
• Bluebeam
• BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail

Company Overview

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain’s Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects.

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!

Equal Opportunity / Accommodation Statement

Ghafari Associates, LLC Is An Equal Opportunity / Affiantative Action Employer And Is Committed To Providing Reasonable Accommodations To Individuals With Disabilities In The Employment Application Process. If You Need An Accommodation Due To a Disability In Order To Use Our Online System To Apply For a Position At Ghafari Associates, LLC, You May Apply For Positions In The Following Ways:

Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs)

By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources

By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources

In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.

By email at [e-mail]

If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.

It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.