This week’s featured job is an Electrical Planner/Inspector/Analyst III for MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (job posting 1093729). If you are an experienced professional with a strong background in electrical systems, project management, and code compliance who is looking to play a crucial role in supporting MSU’s campus infrastructure, this may be the position for you. 

MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) plans, builds, maintains, and beautifies MSU’s physical campus environment in support of its education, research, and outreach missions. The unit’s team of over 1,000 professionals keeps MSU running 24/7/365 by meeting the infrastructure needs and providing expert analysis to support long-term planning goals. Together, they ensure that MSU’s campus remains a safe and inspiring place to work, learn, and grow. 

This position plans, designs, directs, estimates, inspects, and analyzes the installation, construction, alteration, operation, and/or repair of very complex mechanical, structural, electrical, environmental, electronic, or computer-based systems in new or existing facilities and projects campus-wide. Other duties include:

• Provide expert technical support for project services, maintenance services, management, and skilled trades staff.
• Manage complex, multi-craft projects from planning and design through procurement, inspection, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
• Offer cost-effective design ideas and solutions to help departments meet budget and operational goals. 
• Prepare detailed drawings, technical reports, cost studies, and assist in material procurement and emergency management.
• Engage in high-performing, leading-edge practices that value people, partnerships, and stewardships. 

This position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and five to eight years of progressively responsible experience in mechanical construction and construction project management. You should have strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Find a list of remaining requirements on the job listing.

Apply for this position on the MSU Careers website. Applications require a resume and should be submitted by December 2.