Senior Electrical Engineer

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will design building electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors, such as healthcare, academic, industrial, and commercial projects.

• Design electrical systems including lighting, power, and life safety) for new facilities and facility modernization projects
• Develop calculations for lighting systems and associated controls
• Lead project teams and serve as the primary contact for the discipline with clients
• Perform QA/QC of design work and prepare detailed design documents
• Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers
• Coordinate work with other disciplines
• Assist in the procurement of new work; including the development of client relations and participation in project interviews

• A minimum of 12 years design experience
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• A registered PE in Maryland, DC and/or Virginia
• LEED certification/experience is a plus
• Experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines, including proficiency with the National Electrical Code
• Excellent work ethic and attitude
• Good communication and time management skills
• Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to provide technical mentorship to engineers with less experience
• Ability to solve problems in an effective and timely manner

Bethesda, MD

The expected base salary range for this role is $155,000 - $175,000

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

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .

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.

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

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