Electrical Design Engineer
About The Position
At Salas O’Brien, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. That same passion for making a difference applies not only to our projects, but also to our people. We are committed to living our values every day—inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success, with a steadfast focus on building a sustainable future. Building for the long term means our team members can expect to work on meaningful, challenging projects within a people‑first culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and thoughtful problem‑solving. It also means that every individual at Salas O’Brien has the opportunity to build a unique, rewarding, and high‑impact career, supported by strong mentorship, growth opportunities, and a competitive total rewards package. Travel: As needed, up to 75% Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in remote role in Portland, Oregon reporting to the main office in Tustin, California. This position is responsible for the design of building electrical systems, including power, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems, with a strong emphasis on healthcare projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and detail‑oriented engineer who is interested in professional growth and advancement into more leadership responsibilities, while working on complex, mission‑critical projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of electrical design experience.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and design guidelines.
- High level of attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
- Excellent work ethic with a proactive, solution‑oriented attitude.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Comfortable engaging with clients and presenting technical information in a clear and professional manner.
- Proficiency in electrical engineering calculations, including: Lighting photometric calculations Voltage drop analysis Short‑circuit and overcurrent protection coordination studies Load Calculations
Nice To Haves
- Experience with healthcare, science and technology, education, and/or commercial buildings is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience with HCAI / OSHPD standards is a plus.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- LEED accreditation or sustainable design experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop electrical system designs in accordance with project scope, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.
- Provide engineering planning, design, and construction administration services for: Power distribution systems Lighting and lighting control systems Fire alarm systems Nurse Call systems Other low voltage systems
- Perform existing building surveys and document current electrical and fire alarm conditions.
- Prepare, edit, and coordinate electrical specifications and construction documents.
- Author engineering reports, assessment reports, and Basis of Design (BOD) documents.
- Coordinate closely with internal project teams, architects, and other engineering disciplines.
- Participate in and lead technical discussions, design coordination meetings, and client presentations.
- Support construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination as needed.
- Assist Project Managers with technical input, schedule coordination, and project execution.
Benefits
- Team members have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
- Salas O’Brien has both U.S. and Canadian (PTO) plans for full-time salaried, exempt and non-team members, 10 paid holidays, and paid leave programs for military service and new parents.
- And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
