What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Salas O'Brien?
Position Summary
Exciting opportunity for an experienced and driven Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality engineering solutions for water, wastewater, and industrial process facilities. The ideal candidate will bring 3 years of design or construction experience in power distribution, and/or control system design.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop power distribution systems for industrial and commercial facilities.
- Generate one-line diagrams, schematics, control panel layouts, and loop diagrams for system control and automation.
- Perform load calculations, cable sizing, and short-circuit / coordination studies using relevant software tools.
- Specify electrical equipment including switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), VFDs, and instrumentation devices.
- Support construction, commissioning, and start-up activities, including site visits when required.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, civil, and process engineers.
- Ensure all designs and documents comply with industry codes (NEC, IEEE) and client specifications.
- Participate in project planning, cost estimation, and client presentations as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience in water/wastewater treatment or industrial sectors.
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
- Proven experience with power distribution system design.
- Familiarity or desire to learn instrumentation and control systems design.
- Proficient in developing or interpreting P&IDs, loop diagrams, and control schematics.
- Familiarity with industry tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, Revit, or similar software.
- Solid understanding of NEC and IEEE standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SCADA or PLC/DCS systems design.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E, Arc Flash Studies, and Hazardous Area Classification.
What We Offer
- Extensive training programs for power distribution and control systems design.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Exposure to diverse and complex engineering projects.