Sr. Electrical Designer

Job Summary

The Sr. Electrical Designer will provide technical and design service in support of electrical design projects to produce construction drawings and specifications for our clients. The electrical designer will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of project types including healthcare, federal, municipal and aviation.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the electrical design effort on large and small projects.
• Coordination with engineering and other disciplines on the project team.
• Ability to provide calculations including lighting, voltage drop, and load calculations.
• Ability to lead project design and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Follow company standards in creation of electrical drawings.
• Provide field support including field verifications for retrofit applications, as-built documentation, and construction administration.
• From Project scope, develop electrical construction drawings (i.e. exterior lighting, interior lighting, power plans, systems plans, fire alarm system plans, grounding systems, details, single lines/riser diagrams and panel schedules).
• Willingness to travel for projects.

Qualifications And Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or associate's degree with adequate drafting experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Experience: Ten plus years’ experience in electrical design including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, systems, and grounding plans. Experience in Federal/Municipal Government, Healthcare and/or Aviation is preferred but not required.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using engineering tools and software to: Working knowledge of National Electrical Code, Buildings Codes, and Energy Codes. Must know Revit, AutoCAD and lighting design software. Proficient in Microsoft Office Software. Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks, embracing new challenges with enthusiasm. Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to complete work assignments.
• Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen and have a valid driver’s license.

Location

Charlotte, NC (Remote Fridays)

Travel

As Needed

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $70,000 - $100,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location. This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Solas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Solas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws.

Solas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.