Senior Electrical Engineer

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.  

Job Summary: 
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. 

In this role, you will: 
 

• Design electrical systems including lighting, power, life safety, and security systems.
• 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.    

You will be a great fit if: 
 

• You have a minimum of 12 of electrical experience in the AEC industry.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• You are a registered PE in Maryland, DC and/or Virginia with the capability to get licensed in other states.   
• You have LEED certification/experience is a plus.   
• You have experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred. 

Skills/abilities: 
 

• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office. 
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines.  
• 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. 
  

Location: Washington, DC 

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.