Electrical Engineer

Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company•Oakland, CA

9h•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Salas O’Brien is seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineer for its Oakland office to design building electrical systems across markets including K-12 and higher education, commercial, retail and mixed-use, municipal, critical, and institutional facilities. The work includes power, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems, with project involvement from conceptual design through completion. The engineer will work independently on smaller projects and collaborate with electrical engineers, designers, BIM specialists, CAD technicians, and professionals from other design disciplines on larger or coordinated projects. The role includes local and U.S. project-site visits and travel of up to 20%.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in an engineering field.
Five or more years of experience designing electrical systems for various types of facilities.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software to develop project schedules and track progress against milestones and deadlines.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software to develop project budgets and track status.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software to manage project meeting notes and follow-up lists.
Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks and embrace new challenges.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to drive projects forward.

Nice To Haves

EIT or PE credential.

Responsibilities

Develop marketing, proposal-writing, and project management skills.
Design projects from conceptual design through completion with minimal oversight.
Visit project sites locally and across the U.S. to gather information on existing conditions and review new work.
Design electrical systems, including service entrance sizing and coordination, distribution, motor and equipment feeders, UPS systems, DC power systems, and standby generators.
Design security and fire alarm systems.
Perform power studies using SKM Power Tools and Easypower.
Perform electrical commissioning.
Work independently on smaller projects with limited direction.
Work with electrical engineers, electrical designers, and BIM specialists or CAD technicians on complex design and construction drawings.
Collaborate with teammates from other design disciplines to deliver coordinated projects.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Paid time off plans for eligible full-time salaried exempt employees
10 paid holidays
Paid leave programs for military service and new parents
Some roles may be eligible for merit increases, discretionary performance bonuses, and stock