Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

This position is a Termporary Electrical Designer role with MSU IPF Design and Construction.

This role centers on designing medium voltage electrical systems, including substations and underground distribution networks, using AutoCAD and engineering principles. The temporary electrical designer will support large-scale projects through coordination and communication, and contributing to strategic planning by applying knowledge of campus infrastructure and institutional priorities.

Education & Experience:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Approximately 1-3 years of experience in a related technical or electrical engineering role.

Key Responsibilities:

• 40% - Electrical System Design: Design and support medium voltage power systems, substations, and underground distribution networks using engineering principles and AutoCAD.
• 25% - Technical Documentation & Tools: Utilize Microsoft Excel and Office Suite for data analysis, reporting, and documentation. Ensure accuracy and compliance in all technical deliverables.
• 20% - Project Support & Communication: Provide technical and administrative support on large-scale engineering projects. Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• 15% - Strategic Planning & Institutional Knowledge: Apply familiarity with campus master plans and experience in large non-profit or educational institutions to support strategic initiatives.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Technical Expertise:

• Experience in electrical engineering and design of medium voltage power systems.
• Hands-on experience with underground distribution systems.
• Designs substations and subordinate distribution systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Professional Skills:

• Effective business communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to contribute meaningfully to large-scale projects in a support capacity.
• Familiarity with campus master plans or experience working on projects within large non-profit organizations or educational institutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume and cover letter required.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

ipf.msu.edu