Senior Electrical Engineer
- Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Full Time
Senior Electrical Engineer
The Bethesda, MD office at Salas O'Brien is looking for a standout Electrical Engineer who is ready to take the next step in their career.
Job Summary:
The Senior Electrical Engineer will be challenged daily by working on diverse projects. You will use your experience and innovation to design building electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors, such as healthcare, academic, industrial, and commercial projects.
In this role, you will:
Design electrical systems including lighting, power, and life safety) for new facilities and facility modernization projects
Develop calculations for lighting systems and associated controls
Lead project teams and serve as the primary contact for the discipline with clients
Perform QA/QC of design work and prepare detailed design documents
Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers
Coordinate work with other disciplines
Assist in the procurement of new work; including the development of client relations and participation in project interviews
Required:
You have 8-12 years design experience
You have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
You are a registered PE in Maryland, DC and/or Virginia
Desired:
LEED certification/experience is a plus
You have experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred
Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines, including proficiency with the National Electrical Code
Excellent work ethic and attitude
Good communication and time management skills
Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to provide technical mentorship to engineers with less experience
Ability to solve problems in an effective and timely manner
Location
: Bethesda, MD
Travel
- 10% (local job sites)
Compensation
: $160,000 - $190,000
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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (AI) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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Dice Id:
91136464
Position Id:
525532ea19ca8bc4012c21073a808b6
The Bethesda, MD office at Salas O'Brien is looking for a standout Electrical Engineer who is ready to take the next step in their career.
Job Summary:
The Senior Electrical Engineer will be challenged daily by working on diverse projects. You will use your experience and innovation to design building electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors, such as healthcare, academic, industrial, and commercial projects.
In this role, you will:
Design electrical systems including lighting, power, and life safety) for new facilities and facility modernization projects
Develop calculations for lighting systems and associated controls
Lead project teams and serve as the primary contact for the discipline with clients
Perform QA/QC of design work and prepare detailed design documents
Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers
Coordinate work with other disciplines
Assist in the procurement of new work; including the development of client relations and participation in project interviews
Required:
You have 8-12 years design experience
You have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
You are a registered PE in Maryland, DC and/or Virginia
Desired:
LEED certification/experience is a plus
You have experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred
Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines, including proficiency with the National Electrical Code
Excellent work ethic and attitude
Good communication and time management skills
Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to provide technical mentorship to engineers with less experience
Ability to solve problems in an effective and timely manner
Location
: Bethesda, MD
Travel
- 10% (local job sites)
Compensation
: $160,000 - $190,000
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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (AI) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
Report this job
Dice Id:
91136464
Position Id:
525532ea19ca8bc4012c21073a808b6
Job ID: 483396395
Originally Posted on: 6/30/2025