Electrical Engineer (Outdoor/Infrastructure Lighting)

Talent Software Services

Electrical Engineer (Outdoor/Infrastructure Lighting)

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of an Electrical Engineer (Outdoor/Infrastructure Lighting) for a contract position in Belleville, MI. The opportunity will be for six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Position Summary: Looking for an entry-level engineer to manage street lighting construction material standards, design photometric layouts, and provide engineering expertise in outdoor lighting. This role will be trained and led by an expert engineer.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Develop and Maintain Material Standards
- Establish and enforce construction material standards for streetlighting equipment to ensure utility-grade quality and long service life.
- Approve alternate suppliers and products to maintain competitive pricing and supply chain resilience.
Perform Photometric Design In-House
- Create photometric layouts and lighting designs internally, reducing reliance on external consultants and lowering design costs by over 60%.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards while optimizing lighting performance for safety, efficiency, and aesthetics.
Control Costs and Support Rate Base Management
- Monitor and stabilize streetlight material pricing to reduce outages and new business spending.
- Lead competitive bidding processes for products with shorter life cycles to mitigate cost volatility.
- Provide accurate CIAC (Contribution in Aid of Construction) cost estimates and track variances against actuals.
Collaborate with Vendors and Supply Chain
- Partner with DTE Supply Chain and vendors to resolve material defects that delay construction projects.
- Implement corrective actions with suppliers to improve quality and reduce lead times.
- Strengthen vendor relationships to ensure reliable delivery of materials and services.
Drive Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Introduce new products, services, and construction standards to enhance DTE's streetlighting portfolio.
- Support Operations with technical expertise and contribute to long-term asset management strategies.
- Build in-house expertise in lighting technology, with a development horizon of up to three years to achieve full independence in material and photometric engineering.

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