Senior Electrical Engineer - Commercial Projects

Overview SSOE is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for a variety of building design-related projects. The ideal candidate will have consulting design experience in power distribution, lighting, grounding, and auxiliary systems familiarity for healthcare, educational and/or commercial facilities. This position is eligible for remote work. To be eligible for a full-time remote position, the candidate must reside in Michigan and live within 1–2 hours of the SSOE Troy, Michigan office to ensure availability for periodic in-person collaboration in the office and client engagement Why Join SSOE? At SSOE, you'll work with amazing colleagues and be part of something big! We've consistently been named a “Great Place to Work” and are experiencing the most successful years in our history. Along with industry-leading salary compensation, you'll be eligible to purchase shares in the company — shares that have significantly outperformed both the S&P and Dow averages. AI and Innovation At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows. Responsibilities Lead the electrical engineering of multiple projects simultaneously from concept through construction phases. Investigate existing electrical systems to determine the scope of work required to complete a project. Assign specific design tasks or calculations to lower-level engineering and design support staff. Typical design tasks include power distribution at low and medium voltage, lighting and lighting controls and calculations, grounding system design, and power study analysis. Understanding of 3D modeling and capabilities with Revit software Provide working knowledge of project design, construction, design software, cost, and scheduling on assigned projects. Review shop drawings, respond to RFI’s, and attend on-site meetings during the construction phase. Assist in the development of business unit design standards and specifications. What We Offer: Competitive Salary : $120k - $155k/year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications. Ownership Opportunities: As an employee-owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above. This is an associate-level position. Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays. Additional Perks: Dynamic Culture: Experience a supportive culture where you're an essential and highly valued member of our vibrant team. Exciting Projects: Work on thrilling projects from inception to completion and engage directly with some of the most innovative clients globally. Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of perpetual learning where curiosity is celebrated, innovative ideas are welcomed, and your career growth aspirations are fully supported. Career Stability: A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs. Career Advancement: Embark on a structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement. Holistic Compensation: A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that support your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success. SSOE – The Best of Both Worlds At SSOE, our growth trajectory allows us to offer the opportunities normally associated with a large firm while embracing the collaborative and supportive culture often found in smaller firms. As a member of the SSOE team, you'll work on exciting and diverse projects for Fortune 100 clients around the globe, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You'll experience our employee-centric culture that strives to offer a healthy balance, flexible working arrangements, direct access to leadership at all levels, and a continuous learning mindset. Once you experience the SSOE difference, you’ll understand the why behind our metrics: 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more. 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years. 99% - our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor. 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague. Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required from an ABET-accredited institution that qualifies for licensure. PE license is preferred. LC Certification is a plus Minimum of (11) eleven full-time years of related experience at a professional services firm required. Good working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC). Understanding Arc-Fault/Arc-Flash/and breaker coordination electrical studies Application of energy codes, including IECC & ASHRAE 90.1 Working knowledge of Revit. Good understanding of electrical design and other tools. Demonstrated ability to work on mid to large-sized projects, from start to finish. Must possess excellent collaboration and communication skills with different disciplines and teams across various locations.