What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Designer/ Engineer position at Salas O'Brien?
Electrical Designer/ Engineer
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 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:
As an Electrical Engineer/ Designer, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team to design innovative building systems and deliver high‑quality construction documents for impactful institutional projects across diverse markets.
We’re seeking a driven and enthusiastic Electrical Engineer/Designer who is eager to contribute, grow their expertise, and build a rewarding career as part of our firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and program electrical systems including lighting, power, fire alarm, telecom and security
- Develop calculations for lighting systems and associated controls
- Develop electrical system design calculations
- Prepare detailed design documents in REVIT and perform QA/QC review work
- Review contractor submittals for contract compliance (as needed)
- Coordinate with Owners, Architects and with other disciplines.
- Complete code compliance research
- Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers
- Support project pursuits and client relationship development
- Respond to contractor RFIs
You will be a great fit if:
- 3–7 years of electrical design experience (power, fire alarm, communications)
- Proficiency in Revit, CAD, and electrical modeling tools
- Knowledge of NEC and IECC
- Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
- Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and collaborative
- PE license a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Location: Lafayette, LA
Travel: Less than 10%
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Compensation:
This is a full-time position as a Salas O’Brien employee. Benefits include a health insurance plan, a 401K profit sharing plan, and PTO. The position offers competitive compensation. based on candidate experience.
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.