MEP - Electrical Designer/ Engineer

Salas O'Brien•Houston, TX

2d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way. About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day. Job Summary: The Electrical Designer/ Engineer will work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment. Our Electrical Designers focus primarily on the design of building related projects, including, apartment buildings, retail/commercial spaces, hospital and educational facilities using Revit and AutoCAD software.

Requirements

You have an Associates or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology program (or similar) is a plus.
You have 3-5 years of experience in design of electrical systems for various types of facilities.
You have design experience in commercial, residential and institutional projects.
You have hands-on experience with latest versions of AutoCAD and REVIT, MS Office, Outlook, 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 confident and positive attitude with colleagues and clients.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong work ethic, along with the ability to work as part of a team

Nice To Haves

You have an Associates or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology program (or similar) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop electrical distribution and emergency generator system designs and documentation in AutoCAD/Revit.
Understanding and design of lighting systems, electrical, and fire alarm systems.
Perform electrical load calculations and select and size equipment
Edit electrical system specifications
Survey existing buildings and identify electrical systems and components
Review submittals of equipment for compliance with the contract documents
Observe and report upon electrical construction work in progress
Interact with project team members and leaders