Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.

In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Electrical Engineer II

The purpose of this position is to perform electrical design of projects including lighting, motor control, electrical circuitry, special systems (fire alarm, security, and both low and high voltage power distribution). This position provides engineering support to the campus Major Projects Architect, planning department, shops, outside consulting architects, and contractors during all project phases of planning, design, plan review and construction. This position ensures project quality control and adherence to plans and specifications as well as qualify products and product vendors for inclusion with campus projects. It also assists the Electrical Engineering Manager in electrical engineering functions, including system analysis, planning, engineering design, construction management, troubleshooting, strategic planning, and recommending projects to improve and maintain system integrity, reliability and cost effectiveness.

This position requires to be fully on-site at the assigned campus location.

What you'll do in this position

• Translate needs into working design documents. Coordinates and designs electrical components of projects
• Design electrical engineering plans for small projects (e.g. routine updates, aesthetic changes, etc.) and complex projects (e.g. major renovations, new buildings, etc.) of a wide variety with emphasis in interior lighting for remodels, retrofits, and other in-house projects. Supports coordination team to help develop/outline plans
• Complete Cost Estimates for required projects
• Inspect electrical installations and conformance with National Electrical Code for projects assigned
• Maintain Campus CNA database for primary and secondary voltage equipment, lighting, electrical equipment, fire alarm, and security systems
• Assist Electrical Shop with electrical engineering problems
• Coordinate project details with campus departments, contractors, architects, engineers, Provo City, and owners
• Review and stamp electrical engineering designs

What qualifies you for this role

​Required:   

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU​
• Broad experience in construction methods and procedures
• In-depth comprehension of National Electrical Code, ADA applicability affecting facility planning and IES illumination standards
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of individuals in a coordinating function while subjected to others perspectives and opinions
• Experience in electrical design with commensurate CAD and REVIT skills
• Extensive lighting design in wide-range of challenging applications

Preferred:

• P.E. License and 10 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• Extensive medium and high voltage design 

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 55

Typical Starting Pay: $94,000.00 to $122,000.00 annually

**If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before. If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**