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Electrical Designer

Salas O'Brien
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2026

Electrical Designer

 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:
Our Raleigh, NC-based engineering team is seeking an exception Electrical Designer to join our successful, growing team. In this role you will use REVIT and AutoCAD to design electrical systems, lighting layouts, and power systems for commercial spaces. Working onsite at our new Raleigh office you will be part of a highly engaged, successful team responsible for consulting on a wide variety of complex projects. 


Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic electrical engineering calculations.
  • Layout and design electrical distribution. 
  • Work on lighting design and lighting controls. 
  • Design systems in accordance with the NEC and IECC. 
  • Design projects from conceptual design to completion. 

Qualifications and Experience:

  • 3 years of experience in the design of electrical systems for various types of facilities. 
  • Proficiency in REVIT AutoCAD is essential. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Leadership ability and entrepreneurial spirit. 
  • Self-starter that requires little direction to get moving on a project.

Location: Raleigh, NC

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Benefits:

This role is eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

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, colour, 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.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

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