Senior Electrical Engineer
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team. This position will play a key role in providing high-quality mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology design solutions for various building types.
Responsibilities
- Provide input on project viability, assist with proposal preparation, and help select the design team
- Produce project schedules, lighting, power, and fire alarm designs, compliance checks and specifications, and conduct reviews
- Conduct interdisciplinary coordination and manage final reviews/approvals between disciplines and agencies
- Work in conjunction with the Project Manager, Designers, and Construction Administration Specialist to meet company standards and exceed Client expectations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience on Mission Critical and Data Centers projects
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Carolina or ability to obtain your PE in North Carolina within 6 months
Skills and Knowledge
- Familiarity with SKM, Short circuit and Arc Flash Studies
- SKM or Easy Power Commissioning experience in Data Centers
- Experience with UPS and back-up generators
- Ability to write Test Scripts and Direct Efforts
- Willingness to work some nights and weekends
Benefits
- Employee-Owned Company
- Flexible/Hybrid work schedules with early Fridays year-round
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Flexible Spending Account; financial and estate planning assistance; and other additional benefits
- Multi-tiered Retirement Plan including Employer 401(k) contributions, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership (an additional retirement benefit funded entirely by the company)
- Discretionary bonuses throughout the year
- Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
- Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Our schedule is flexible and hybrid, with early Fridays year-round.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates should have a strong background in electrical engineering, with experience in mission critical and data center projects. A PE license in North Carolina is preferred but not required.
Company Culture
Optima Engineering is an employee-owned, multi-discipline engineering firm with a focus on providing comprehensive services across diverse markets. We are proud to foster a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. We are committed to being a great place to work and to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.