Director of Electrical Engineering
About The Position
Salas O’Brien is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering to lead a fast-paced, multi-discipline team in their Roanoke, VA office. This role focuses on the design of building-related projects, including healthcare, higher educational facilities, large commercial projects, and local government projects, utilizing Revit and AutoCAD software. The company emphasizes a passion for making a difference, a people-first approach, and a commitment to sustainability, offering employees the opportunity to work on impactful projects and build meaningful careers with great total rewards.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in electrical design
- Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines
- Hands-on experience with the latest versions of AutoCAD, REVIT, MS Office, and engineering calculation and performance simulation software
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-discipline team environment
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in the face of shifting projects and deadlines
- A positive attitude with colleagues and clients
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Nice To Haves
- PE License
- Team management experience
Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise, provide guidance and training to a team of engineers
- Develop electrical system designs of a given project based on scope of work and/or client RFPs
- Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of electrical systems for a variety of market types
- Conduct existing building surveys and documentation of existing electrical systems
- Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings
- Write and edit project specifications
- Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies
- Perform code compliance research
- Coordinate work with other disciplines
- Provide construction administration services
- Perform QA/QC of design work
- Serve as the primary contact for clients
- Assist in the procurement of new work including the development of client relations and participation in project interviews
Benefits
- 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
- Performance-based bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Associate degree
