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Job DescriptionThe Electrical Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, engineering, implementation, and maintenance of utility, distribution, and building electrical systems across campus. This role provides technical expertise for power generation, electrical distribution, lighting, controls, and high-voltage systems while ensuring compliance with University standards, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements. The position also supports new construction, renovation projects, and campus operations through collaboration with internal departments, architects, consultants, and contractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, engineer, and support utility, distribution, and building electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, lighting, and control systems across various voltage levels.
- Prepare project estimates, engineering designs, specifications, and material procurement plans.
- Manage electrical projects from planning through commissioning, including project management and contractor oversight.
- Coordinate and supervise contractor installations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with project requirements.
- Provide technical expertise in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning of campus electrical systems and utility infrastructure.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Planning, Design & Construction, campus stakeholders, architects, consultants, and contractors on new construction and renovation projects.
- Develop, implement, maintain, and enforce University electrical design standards.
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, and design documents for compliance with University standards and project requirements.
- Ensure all electrical systems and projects comply with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the Utilities Engineering Group in developing reliable, safe, and efficient electrical infrastructure for the campus.
- Respond to electrical emergencies and provide technical support as needed. This position requires availability for emergency response at any time.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or (BSEET) from an accredited institution.
Experience
- Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or utility infrastructure.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
- Power system engineering
- Electrical distribution system planning
- High-voltage electrical systems
- Electrical installation and safety practices
- Cable and electrical equipment testing
- Electrical system troubleshooting
- Protective relaying
- Fault current analysis
- Relay settings, calculations, and coordination
- Electrical system testing and commissioning
- Electrical metering design and applications
- Electrical control system design and applications
- Project management and contractor coordination
- Engineering design, estimating, and technical specifications
Codes & Standards
- National Electrical Code (NEC)
- National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
- Grounding and lightning protection standards
- Applicable federal, state, and local electrical regulations
Annual Salary: Commensurate with Experience
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or utility infrastructure
- Knowledge of power system engineering and electrical distribution system planning
- Experience with high-voltage electrical systems, electrical safety, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning
- Knowledge of protective relaying, fault current analysis, relay settings, calculations, and coordination
- Knowledge of electrical metering and control system design and applications
- Experience with project management, contractor coordination, engineering design, estimating, and technical specifications
- Knowledge of NEC, NESC, grounding and lightning protection standards, and applicable electrical regulations
- Availability for emergency response at any time
What We Do
The University of Notre Dame is a global, private Catholic research university located in Notre Dame, Indiana. Founded in 1842, the institution is inspired by its Catholic character to be a powerful force for good in the world. It focuses on fostering intellectual growth and moral character in equal measure, pursuing academic excellence and breakthroughs in research and leadership across all fields of study.
