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Senior Electrical Engineer

Salas O'Brien
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2026

Senior Electrical Engineer

Salas O’Brien is a growing 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. 

Job Summary:

The Sr. Electrical Engineer will provide comprehensive electrical engineering services to support the design and delivery of construction projects for a diverse range of clients. You will be working on diverse projects in healthcare, military, airports and municipal facilities.  This role involves leading and managing design efforts, preparing detailed construction documents, and coordinating closely with architects, owners, and other project stakeholders to ensure high-quality and efficient electrical systems.
General Duties:
  • Leading the design effort on large and small projects
  • Manage design schedules and design team members
  • Ability to interact and work directly with Architects and Owners
  • Conduct preliminary evaluations
  • Prepare various reports and meeting minutes
  • Produce design documents (drawings and specifications)
  • Willingness to travel for projects nationally and internationally
  • Design review to assure adherence to applicable codes, company standards and project requirements
Qualifications:
  • BS in Electrical Engineering with PE Registration
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in Electrical Design including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, coordination/arc flash studies
  • Extensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code
  • Strong knowledge of Building Codes, Applicable NFPA Codes and Energy Codes
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
  • Must be able to work as part of a team and balance multiple projects.
  • Must be a US Citizen

Compensation:  $110-130K 

Location: Charlotte, NC
Travel: 10%

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 This role is also 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 hereSalas O'Brien benefits

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.

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.

Salary : $110 - $130

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