Project Engineer- Electrical Power Systems

About the role

This position can be based out of Grand Rapids or Northville. Join us to shape communities, collaborate with passionate professionals, and grow with a company that invests in your success, where you’re not just an Employee but an Owner.

How This Role Is Unique

NTH is seeking an Electrical Power Systems Project Engineer for a key position in our newly formed Electrical Engineering Power and Utilities Division. This position is intended to be based out of our Grand Rapids office, with potential for an experienced and independent candidate to work out of our Northville or Lansing offices. This is an exciting seller-doer type role. The right candidate will have the opportunity to bid, manage, and execute engineering projects, and develop strong client relationships and repeat business. This position naturally provides opportunities to develop subject matter expertise, project management capability, client relationships, and leadership skills within the division. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help build NTH’s Electrical Engineering Power and Utilities Division. The right candidate will not only help establish the Division’s client base and reputation, but help develop its internal culture, standards, and operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited 4-year university. Study concentration in electric power, controls, or renewable energy preferred.
• Michigan P.E. License or ability to obtain one in 12 months.
• Ability and desire to manage projects and own outcomes.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical power, renewable energy, construction, or industrial maintenance fields.
• Experience preparing engineering proposals, fee estimates, schedules, or budgets.
• Ability to work independently and safely in utility, industrial, and construction environments.
• Ability to read, understand, and create complex electrical drawings including one-lines, 3-lines, and control schematics.
• Ability to create complex electrical design deliverables including one-lines, schematics, grounding, equipment layouts, and engineering studies with minimal oversight and guidance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrated team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills for contact with clients and fellow engineers/technicians.
• Accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while coordinating engineering, design, and project execution activities.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel within the lower peninsula of Michigan.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience managing engineering or construction projects.
• Field experience in electrical substations, power plants, renewable energy or industrial facilities.
• Experience with electrical substation or renewable energy projects.
• Experience with SEL protective relays.
• Experience modeling electrical systems in ETAP or similar software.
• Experience with CAD design software.