Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer - Lansing, MI

 

DISHER is partnering with an engineering-forward architecture firm to add an Electrical Engineer to their team in Lansing, MI. This company delivers facility and building projects across industrial, education, commercial, mixed-use, and multi-family markets, blending electrical engineering with integrated architectural design.

 

What it's like to work here:

 

This is a tight-knit electrical team that operates largely through repeat, relationship-based work. You’ll work alongside seasoned engineers who value knowledge sharing, careful coordination, and dependable, high-quality output. The culture supports professional growth, encourages initiative, and fosters a strong sense of trust and respect among team members.

What you'll get to do:

• Design electrical power, lighting, and communication systems for a variety of building and facility projects.
• Produce detailed plans, specifications, schematics, one-line diagrams, and construction documents.
• Help define electrical scope, estimate materials and labor, and support project planning.
• Use engineering and design software to perform calculations and develop coordinated electrical layouts.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to address design needs and resolve questions.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and specific client requirements.
• Support site visits and field coordination as appropriate, gaining exposure to how designs perform in the real world.

What will make you successful:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related discipline) required.
• Approximately 1–3 years of experience in building electrical design (power and lighting), or strong internships/co-ops in similar work; training and mentorship are available.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit for electrical design; familiarity with lighting calculation software is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, close attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks across multiple projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to function effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Interest in pursuing EIT/PE and continued professional growth; the company supports licensure and continuing education.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.