Power Systems Engineer (Early Career) - Arc Flash & Studies

Construction Association of Michigan; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Buist is seeking an early-career electrical engineer to join our team and lead power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis per NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584.

The engineer will collaborate with electrical and testing engineers to develop designs, drawings, and reports for building systems, perform load flow and harmonic analyses, and contribute to project meetings with clients while ensuring adherence to budget and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited institution.
• 2–5 years electrical engineering experience with exposure to power systems or electrical construction.
• FE exam passed; PE licensure in progress or intended.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support power system studies: short-circuit, device coordination, arc flash analysis, load flow, harmonics, power quality, motor starting.

Skills

Power system studies

Communication

Microsoft Office

Electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM PowerTools

EasyPower

Job description

Buist is seeking an early-career electrical engineer to join our team and lead power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis per NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584.

The engineer will collaborate with electrical and testing engineers to develop designs, drawings, and reports for building systems, perform load flow and harmonic analyses, and contribute to project meetings with clients while ensuring adherence to budget and schedule.