University of Michigan · 8 hours ago
Senior Electrical Engineer
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $143K/yr
15+ years expThe University of Michigan is a world-class institution dedicated to discovery and care, and they are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead and manage various electrical engineering projects. The role involves overseeing project scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring compliance with codes and regulations, as well as collaborating with stakeholders on campus infrastructure initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Report to the Manager of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering in Architecture, Engineering and Construction
Participate in and at times lead master planning, capital planning, and design management activities for various projects and programs
Collaborate with U-M stakeholders to oversee primary voltage loop, substation, secondary power, photovoltaic, EV charging, lighting and control, fire alarm, emergency responder radio coverage, lightning protection, security, and other electrical systems, both at the building and the regional levels
Refine, enhance, and participate in analysis and long-term planning of campus infrastructure, applying energy conservation and carbon neutrality initiatives
Provide design management for renovation projects of existing campus buildings and infrastructure
You will develop and manage project scope, schedule, and budget
Project studies or designs may be self-performed or by a third-party consultant
You may be asked to function as the discipline or project lead
Provide drawing and specification documentation for electrical systems for self-performed studies or designs
Layout equipment and systems, perform engineering calculations, and select equipment and devices with support from engineers or the Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Manager
Write standards and technical specifications
Coordinate the design with all disciplines and other U-M partners
Manage consultant activities to ensure completion of the project requirements, including the scope, schedule, and budget goals for studies or designs by third-party consultants
Develop Request for Proposals and review payment invoices
Perform field surveys in electrical, mechanical, and other building spaces to document existing electrical systems and to understand building interferences
You will assess condition and performance of systems and components
Develop recommendations for alterations to buildings and infrastructure based on the findings of field surveys and evaluations
Present and review designs with appropriate agencies to ensure compliance with codes and regulations
You will review and stamp construction documents to be submitted to the State of Michigan Bureau of Fire Safety
Coordinate anticipated construction activities with stakeholders
Evaluate contract bids and make recommendations on contract awards
Administer RFIs and construction bulletins for design revisions
You will review and process shop drawings, help resolve construction issues, and monitor commissioning activities
Review and recommend energy conservation measures
Interview, recommend selection of, train, and evaluate engineering support staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
Registered as a State of Michigan Professional Engineer, or the ability to transfer a PE from another state
Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the design and construction of electrical systems for commercial, educational, or research type buildings, including demonstrated leadership in design and project management
Expertise with or considerable knowledge of primary voltage loop, substation, secondary power, photovoltaic, EV charging, lighting and control, fire alarm, emergency responder radio coverage, lightning protection, security, and other electrical systems
Experience with Master Planning or Capital Planning of electrical systems
Experience with electrical analysis software, such as SKM or AGi32
Experience with planning, organizing, and overseeing design professionals, such as engineers, architects, designers, and drafters, to provide construction documents and construction administration on capital projects
Considerable knowledge of life cycle analysis, value engineering, energy analysis and sustainable design, and work load management
Considerable knowledge of the Michigan Electrical Code, National Fire Alarm Code, ASHRAE 90.1, and other related building codes
Benefits
Generous time off, including maternity and parental leaves
Hybrid work environment
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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Managing Director, Mcity
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