Electrical Engineer

Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company•San Jose, CA

9h•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Salas O’Brien is seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineer for its San Jose office. The role designs electrical systems for buildings across sectors including K–12 and higher education, commercial, retail and mixed-use, municipal, critical, and institutional facilities. Work includes project design from conceptual stages through completion, site visits, electrical commissioning, and coordination with electrical and multidisciplinary project teams. The position may involve travel of up to 20%.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in an engineering field.
More than five years of experience designing electrical systems for various types of facilities.
Flexibility and willingness to work on a variety of projects and tasks.
Ability to work independently and take initiative to move projects forward.

Nice To Haves

EIT or PE certification is preferred but not required.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software for developing project schedules and tracking milestones and deadlines.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software for developing project budgets and tracking their status.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software for managing project meeting notes and follow-up lists.

Responsibilities

Develop marketing, proposal-writing, and project management skills.
Design projects from conceptual design to completion with minimal oversight.
Visit local and U.S. project sites to gather information about 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, BIM specialists, and CAD technicians on complex designs 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 for eligible team members
10 paid holidays
Paid leave programs for military service and new parents
Certain roles may be eligible for merit increases, a discretionary performance bonus, and stock