What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Electrical Engineer position at SmithGroup?
SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?
The Detroitoffice of SmithGroupis looking for aSenior Electrical Engineerto join our team.
Working with us, you will:
- Independently provide the full range of electrical engineering services on projects and lead others in accomplishing project objectives given by a supervisor.
- Lead and perform analysis, design and documentation of small to medium building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm, security, audio/visual and telecommunications systems.
- Serve as electrical systems specialist, conduct research in problem areas of considerable scope/complexity and devise solutions.
- Create and develop planning and design concepts for more complex projects.
- Oversee design work of others to ensure an integrated and cohesive design.
- Present engineering design solutions to client representative and/or design review committees.
- Meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors and others to address electrical discipline issues and to develop effective working relationships.
- Mentor junior level staff and participate in performance coaching.
- Participate in the recruitment and interviewing process as requested.
An ideal candidate has:
- A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years of experience working as an electrical engineer in the building design and construction industry, including the design of power distribution, lighting, and lighting controls
- LEED AP preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
- Prior experience leading electrical teams.
- Proficiency in current design software (CAD, Revit, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office.
At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $104,000 to $145,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.
Salary : $104,000 - $145,000
