Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm dedicated to creating positive impact for clients and the world. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to design building electrical systems with a strong emphasis on healthcare projects, while offering opportunities for professional growth and advancement into leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system designs in accordance with project scope, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards
• Provide engineering planning, design, and construction administration services for:
• Power distribution systems
• Lighting and lighting control systems
• Fire alarm systems
• Nurse Call systems
• Other low voltage systems
• Perform existing building surveys and document current electrical and fire alarm conditions
• Prepare, edit, and coordinate electrical specifications and construction documents
• Author engineering reports, assessment reports, and Basis of Design (BOD) documents
• Coordinate closely with internal project teams, architects, and other engineering disciplines
• Participate in and lead technical discussions, design coordination meetings, and client presentations
• Support construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination as needed
• Assist Project Managers with technical input, schedule coordination, and project execution

Skills

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of electrical design experience
• Proficiency in electrical engineering calculations, including lighting photometric calculations, voltage drop analysis, short‑circuit and overcurrent protection coordination studies, and load calculations
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and design guidelines
• High level of attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy
• Excellent work ethic with a proactive, solution‑oriented attitude
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Comfortable engaging with clients and presenting technical information in a clear and professional manner
• Experience with healthcare, science and technology, education, and/or commercial buildings is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of and experience with HCAI / OSHPD standards is a plus
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• LEED accreditation or sustainable design experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid leave programs for military service and new parents
• Merit increases
• Performance discretionary bonus
• Stock

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