What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Salas O'Brien?
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.
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.
Job Summary:
The Electrical Engineer will use AutoCAD and REVIT to design electrical systems, lighting layouts, and power systems for commercial spaces.
General Duties:
- Perform basic electrical engineering calculations
- Layout and design electrical distribution
- Work on lighting design and lighting controls
- Design systems in accordance with the NEC and IECC
- Design projects from conceptual design to completion
Skills:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT is essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Leadership ability and entrepreneurial spirit
- Self-starter that requires little direction to get moving on a project
- You have knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines
- You have an excellent work ethic and attitude
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field is preferred but not required.
- You have 2 years of experience in the design of electrical systems for various types of facilities
- PE license a plus
Location: Roanoke, VA
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
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.
