The Role
Design electrical building systems across project phases including power distribution (medium/low voltage, standby power, load and short-circuit studies, arc flash), lighting (controls, calculations, luminaire selection), and auxiliary low-voltage systems (fire alarm, structured cabling, access control, CCTV). Collaborate with architects, contractors, and owners from concept through construction using AutoCAD and Revit and coordinate multi-discipline design.
Summary Generated by Built In
Peter Basso Associates Inc. is a leading MEP Engineering consulting firm, seeking talented professional engineers to join our team! We are a 100% employee-owned ESOP corporation, where everyone is personally invested in our shared success. Our collaborative culture and technical excellence have earned us a compelling reputation for delivering high-quality, personalized service since day one. Many of our team members are seasoned veterans, with extraordinary technical abilities, interpersonal skills and a history that creates this truly dynamic corporation.
What You'll Do:
As an Electrical Engineer at Peter Basso Associates, you will join project teams collaborating with top architects, contractors, and facility owners across diverse markets - education, healthcare, research, institutional, multi-family, and mixed-use. You will apply creative solutions to complex challenges and contribute to projects from concept through construction.
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking well-rounded professionals with the following abilities.
What You'll Do:
As an Electrical Engineer at Peter Basso Associates, you will join project teams collaborating with top architects, contractors, and facility owners across diverse markets - education, healthcare, research, institutional, multi-family, and mixed-use. You will apply creative solutions to complex challenges and contribute to projects from concept through construction.
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking well-rounded professionals with the following abilities.
- Engineer and design the electrical building systems, specifically focused in one or all
of the following areas:- Power Distribution Systems, including medium and low voltage distribution systems, standby power applications, load calculations, short circuit and coordination studies, arc flash hazard.
- Lighting Systems, including calculations, lighting controls, luminaire selections and architecturally integrated lighting systems.
- Auxiliary Systems, including fire alarm systems, voice/data structured cabling systems, access control, CCTV and other low voltage systems design.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or an engineering-related curriculum from an accredited U.S. based college or university
- 3-5 years’ experience in the electrical design of commercial building systems
- Passing the Fundamental of Engineering (FE) exam is a plus
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
- Have a thorough understanding of the coordination aspects of all the design disciplines
and their impact on the project - Team-oriented, problem-solving skills, and decision-making ability
- Detail oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
- Good written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) employer match and ESOP participation)
- Generous Paid Time Off plans (PTO) including paid holidays.
- Hybrid work opportunity with in-office presence required (T/Th)
- Diverse and exciting project opportunities
- Professional development support and career path transparency
- A collaborative, employee-owned culture where your voice matters
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related curriculum from an accredited U.S. college or university
- 3-5 years' experience in the electrical design of commercial building systems
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD
- Strong working knowledge of Revit
- Thorough understanding of coordination aspects of all design disciplines and their impact on the project
- Team-oriented, problem-solving skills, and decision-making ability
- Detail oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
- Good written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
- Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
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The Company
What We Do
Peter Basso Associates (PBA) is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) MEP consulting engineering firm based in Troy, Michigan. They specialize in the design of sustainable, high-performance mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, education, corporate, and government facilities. PBA is recognized as a leader in engineering solutions, balancing technical excellence with cost-effective performance.
