Senior Electrical Engineer

SSOE, Inc.•Austin, TX

6h•$110,000 - $160,000

About The Position

As a Senior Electrical Engineer in SSOE's Tool Install division, you will lead electrical design engineering for advanced semiconductor facilities and other high-tech industrial projects, from concept through detailed design. You will oversee the quality, compliance, and innovation of electrical project design and collaborate with in-house experts across disciplines to understand client needs and coordinate integrated designs. The role includes access to AI language models, vibe-coding platforms, and advanced design software, along with training and support for using these tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering that qualifies for licensure in the state of practice.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of practice, or ability to obtain reciprocity within six months of employment.
7–10+ years of electrical engineering experience.
Experience designing low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, including normal, emergency, and uninterruptible power, as well as lighting systems and controls, for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, high-tech industrial, or technically related industries.
Experience with Navisworks, EasyPower, or similar programs.
Demonstrated experience performing field verifications and site walks, integrating solutions into design packages, and troubleshooting design problems on-site during construction.
Professional knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and working knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), and NFPA guidelines.
Ability to interface with customers to define scope of work and basis of design.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, review, and stamping of detailed electrical power distribution and lighting system designs for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and high-tech industrial facilities, ensuring compliance with NEC and applicable NFPA guidelines.
Develop coordinated design deliverable documents using AutoCAD, with data-driven integration of power distribution equipment.
Collaborate with other disciplines to coordinate electrical infrastructure, constructability, and operational safety.
Prepare and review basis of design documents, electrical system narratives, manpower estimates, project proposals, and technical specifications aligned with client requirements and applicable codes.
Manage QA/QC workflows, including peer reviews, design validation, and site walkthroughs, to ensure design intent and system performance goals are met.
Interface with clients, contractors, and vendors to clarify scope, evaluate equipment substitutions, respond to RFIs, and review submittals.
Use modeling tools to perform arc flash hazard analyses, load flow studies, short circuit calculations, and coordination studies.
Direct coordination and integration of electrical drawings and design fabrication packages within Bluebeam.
Lead troubleshooting and commissioning support during turnover, resolve design-related issues, and verify system functionality.
Mentor and coach less experienced staff and help develop the team's technical and professional expertise.
Participate in electrical design risk assessments and workplace safety practices aligned with NFPA 70E and site-specific OSHA requirements.
Support scheduling and cost estimation with input on electrical scope, vendor lead times, and constructability.
Provide technical expertise in interdisciplinary coordination meetings, resolving design conflicts and aligning designs with client requirements and schedules.