Electrical Engineer

Overview

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Stantec’s Berkley, MI office is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer who will be able to apply electrical engineering principals and superior client service skills to cultivate and deliver projects that exceed expectations.

• Strategically evaluate opportunities and challenges incorporating consulting and technical skills into client interactions.
• Nurture existing client relationships and proactively pursue opportunities for new business.
• Lead engineering duties on multiple projects of varying complexity including data collection and information gathering to support design decisions.
• Conduct interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials.
• Perform calculations to analyze and design individual building electrical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software including power systems studies such as arc flash, short circuit, and coordination studies.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of project specifications with construction documents.
• Work with architectural, interior, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project.
• Assist in developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
• Perform field work such as field investigation, as‑building and construction site observations.
• Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub‑contractors, and vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager and/or Principal‑in‑Charge.
• Serve as a trainer, mentor, and resource to others.
• Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the electrical group.

• Professional Engineer Licensure – ability to become licensed is required, registration is preferred.
• Successful history of collaboration and teaming with electrical contractors on Design‑Build projects or other alternate project delivery methods is preferred.
• Experience in the built environment and/or in‑depth knowledge of construction processes.
• Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Deep understanding and knowledge of power distribution systems, lighting systems, and fire alarms systems for the built environment.
• Strong knowledge of higher education, science & technology, commercial workplace and/or industrial market sectors including architects, engineers, contractors, and facility managers operating within these markets.
• Ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills.
• Functional knowledge of recent versions of Revit MEP and Navisworks.
• Strong working knowledge of AGI 32 (or equivalent), load analysis software, Microsoft Office, Newforma Project Center (or equivalent data management software and Bluebeam).
• Periodic travel may be required to meet engagement/client requirements.
• May include regional or national based on the contracted requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience and/or demonstrated skills is required.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment.

Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.