Electrical Engineer
Description
Electrical Engineer
E3M Solutions | West Michigan
About E3M Solutions
At E3M Solutions, we believe energy and building design should be intrinsically connected. Our engineers bring these disciplines together to create smarter, more efficient building systems that improve energy performance, occupant comfort, and long-term maintainability—while delivering meaningful environmental benefits and measurable savings for our clients.
E3M has audited more than 100 buildings across North America, including over 60 in West Michigan, with a shared goal of reducing energy consumption and improving building performance. Through an integrated approach to energy and engineering, we help organizations make informed decisions, optimize building systems, and achieve better long-term outcomes.
As a growing engineering firm, we value technical expertise, innovative thinking, collaboration, and strong client relationships. We're looking for an Electrical Engineer who wants to make a tangible impact through thoughtful design, practical problem-solving, and sustainable engineering solutions while helping lead and develop a collaborative engineering team.
Our Core Values
At E3M Solutions, our culture is built around the people who bring it to life every day. Our core values guide how we approach our work, collaborate as a team, and build lasting relationships with our clients.
● Capable: We demonstrate expertise through the quality of our work, our technical approach, and our communication.
● Adaptable: We embrace creative thinking, new technologies, and better ways of solving problems.
● Responsible: We balance financial sustainability, environmental responsibility, and positive outcomes for our clients and communities.
● Relational: We prioritize meaningful connections and recognize that strong relationships are essential to success.
● Unified: We bring together our collective strengths to deliver the best results for our team and our clients.
The Opportunity
The Electrical Engineer will play an important role in the continued growth of E3M Solutions' Engineering team, contributing to a diverse portfolio of internal turnkey projects and external engineering engagements, including design/build, design/assist, and bid/spec projects.
This role combines technical expertise with team leadership, project coordination, and client engagement. The successful candidate will help lead and support engineering team members, coordinate across disciplines, and ensure projects are delivered with a high level of quality, efficiency, and accountability.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The ideal candidate can clearly communicate technical concepts, build strong relationships with clients and colleagues, provide direction and support to team members, and navigate changing project needs with confidence and professionalism.
This is an opportunity for a proactive, collaborative leader who takes ownership of their work, helps develop others, and wants to make a tangible impact through innovative engineering, energy efficiency, and sustainable building solutions in a growing business where flexibility and initiative matter.
Key Accountabilities
● Lead, guide, and support engineering team members to promote collaboration, technical excellence, and successful project delivery.
● Develop high-quality electrical engineering designs that meet applicable codes, project specifications, and client requirements.
● Coordinate electrical system design and integration with other engineering disciplines. ● Incorporate energy efficiency, sustainability, occupant comfort, and maintainability into practical, cost-conscious design solutions.
● Communicate clearly, professionally, and consistently with clients, contractors, project partners, and internal stakeholders.
● Provide direction, share technical knowledge, and help team members work through design challenges and project priorities.
● Take ownership of project deliverables, timelines, quality, and professional development while maintaining accountability for results.
● Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding project needs, addressing concerns, and providing timely updates.
● Adapt to evolving project requirements and balance competing priorities while maintaining a team-first approach.
● Contribute to continuous improvement in engineering practices, design standards, and project delivery.
Technical Responsibilities
Prepare system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics for a variety of electrical systems, including:
● Electrical distribution systems
● Grounding and bonding systems
● Lighting and lighting control systems
● Direct digital control (DDC) systems and variable frequency drives (VFDs)/variable speed drives (VSDs)
● Generator and emergency power systems
● Alternative energy systems
Additional responsibilities include:
● Review shop drawings for conformance with project plans and specifications. ● Conduct occasional job-site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
● Assist in developing and maintaining engineering standards, design tools, and best practices.
● Participate in conceptual design and development meetings with E3M colleagues, clients, and contractors.
● Contribute to research and development initiatives involving emerging technologies, energy solutions, and new business opportunities.
● Support additional project and operational needs as part of a growing engineering firm.
Team Responsibilities
At E3M Solutions, technical expertise goes hand in hand with accountability, adaptability, and collaboration. Every team member contributes to a culture where people support one another, build lasting relationships, and take pride in their work. In this role, you'll help foster that culture by leading by example, encouraging collaboration, and supporting the development and success of others.
We value individuals who:
● Strive for excellence and help teammates succeed.
● Provide guidance, share knowledge, and support the growth and development of team members.
● Adapt positively as project requirements, client needs, and priorities evolve. ● Build strong working relationships through clear communication, collaboration, and trust. ● Communicate effectively, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
● Take responsibility for their decisions, deliverables, and commitments. ● Contribute ideas, share knowledge, and support the continued growth of the team and business.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
● Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
● Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation. ● Five or more years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
● Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical and energy codes and standards. ● Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, and Bluebeam Revu.
● Experience with EasyPower and Visual Lighting modeling software.
● Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide team members, coordinate across disciplines, and build effective client relationships. ● Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, take ownership of deliverables, and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Preferred:
● Certified Energy Manager (CEM) credential.
● Experience incorporating energy efficiency and sustainable design principles into building systems.
● Ability to balance technical requirements, project budgets, client expectations, and long-term building performance.
Why Join E3M Solutions?
At E3M Solutions, your work can make a difference beyond the drawing set. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to engineering projects that help buildings operate more efficiently, improve occupant comfort, reduce energy consumption, and deliver lasting value to clients.
You'll also have the opportunity to help shape a growing engineering team, share your expertise, develop others, and build strong relationships with clients and project partners. E3M offers an environment where technical excellence, innovative thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to better building performance come together.
If you're a technically capable, adaptable, and collaborative engineering professional with strong leadership and communication skills who enjoys solving complex problems and wants to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to connect with you.