Electrical Engineer - Buildings

Location

Livonia, MI (Hybrid)

Additional opportunities available in Detroit, Midland, and Hancock, MI

$95,000 - $125,000+ annually (Higher compensation may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.)

Senior Electrical Engineer (PE)

Full-Time

Permanent Hire

• BCBS Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Professional Association Memberships
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (PE) for a growing company in the Architecture, Engineering & Consulting industry. Qualified candidates must have a Michigan PE license (or be actively pursuing licensure), commercial facility design experience, and a strong background in electrical building systems.

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to make an impact on diverse commercial and industrial projects? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering consulting firm that values technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.

In this hybrid role, you'll lead the design and execution of electrical systems for commercial and institutional facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, and contractors from concept through construction. You'll work on projects involving lighting, power distribution, fire alarm systems, communications, and IT infrastructure while ensuring designs meet current codes, sustainability standards, and quality expectations.

This position offers long-term career stability, opportunities to mentor junior engineers, exposure to a wide variety of challenging projects, and the chance to contribute to innovative engineering solutions across multiple industries.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Michigan Professional Engineer (PE) license or actively pursuing PE licensure
• 10+ years of experience designing commercial building electrical systems
• Experience with:
  • Lighting design
  • Power distribution
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Communications and IT infrastructure
• Knowledge of current electrical codes and LEED principles
• Ability to manage projects through design, construction documentation, and field support
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally as needed

• Experience with water and wastewater treatment facilities or industrial process power distribution
• AutoCAD and Revit experience
• Familiarity with power system analysis or lighting design software
• Project management and client relationship experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.