Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Salas O'Brien•New York, NY

About The Position

Salas O’Brien is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to support electrical system design in the built environment. The role involves projects across K-12 and higher education, healthcare, institutional, and commercial sectors, including existing-facility renovations, new facilities, and modernization projects. The engineer will support design of power, lighting, life-safety, and special systems, as well as perform field surveys, calculations, coordination, and construction administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
0–2 years of design experience.
Interest in electrical engineering in the built environment, particularly K-12, higher education, healthcare, and commercial markets.
Basic proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
Excellent work ethic and attitude.
Good communication and time-management skills.
Interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to provide technical mentorship to less-experienced engineers.
Ability to solve problems effectively and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Support design of electrical systems, including lighting, power, and life safety, for facility renovations, new facilities, and modernization projects.
Review design documentation and perform field surveys to document existing conditions.
Conduct construction administration.
Conduct load calculations for building equipment replacement and upgrades.
Support load sizing and service requirements for beneficial electrification projects.
Coordinate work with other disciplines.