Electrical Engineer

Abonmarche is a team of professionals who are passionate about helping others-- with client service at the core of everything we do. We are a practice of people who are passionate about engineering, architecture, surveying, planning, landscape architecture, and more. Our teams are collaborative, agile, innovative, and focused on creating the best client experience available. The communities and clients we serve know that by working with us, they’re collaborating with a firm that helps foster opportunity.

Working at Abonmarche means you'll have the opportunity to grow, learn, and share your expertise with others. Supported by a mentorship-based culture, our teams are empowered to develop their skillsets and lead transformative work in the communities all across our service areas.

A strong emphasis on community and family means you'll have the chance to engage with your community in your work here at Abonmarche, through our volunteer and philanthropic programs, and within a culture of supportive work-life balance.

Abonmarche is seeking an Electrical Engineer in our Kalamazoo, MI office.

Job Summary:

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the electrical engineering design and layout of systems for various projects.

Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical engineering design and layout of systems for commercial, industrial, correctional, and parks projects.
• Designs and models electrical systems in 3 dimensions including power distribution systems, lighting systems, fire alarm, access control, and security.
• Prepares 2-dimensional construction details for electrical system designs including power distribution One-Line Diagrams, wiring diagrams, and details.
• Models lighting systems in photometric software to design general and emergency lighting systems for commercial buildings.
• Produces electrical engineering construction drawings using AutoDesk Revit.
• Performs field measurements and documentation by attending site visits to current or prospective job sites. Photographs existing conditions and takes legible field notes.
• Assists in the preparation of reports, specifications, etc.
• Assists in the development of probable construction cost estimate.
• Provides support for other departments as needed.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Professional Engineering licensure or Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Work Experience/Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience required
• Solid computer-aided drafting skills required.
• AutoCAD, Revit, and/or other 3D modeling software preferred.
• Basic understanding of electrical system design.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office software required.
• Ability to keep commitments and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or with a team.

Work Environment:

Typical office environment with some work performed outside on a project site. May be exposed to extreme temperatures. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety boots/shoes, hard hat, safety vest, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled