Electrical Design Lead - Power Generation & Distribution

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee help

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Nashville is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead design efforts for power generation and distribution projects. This role involves serving as design lead on multiple projects, coordinating with internal and external teams, and supporting business development.

The requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5–15 years of complex electrical systems experience, Revit proficiency, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• BS. in Electrical Engineering.
• 5-15 years of work experience with complex electrical systems in the industrial and power generation sector.
• Registered Professional Engineering license preferred.
• Experience with Revit.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential for team-based projects.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills required for simultaneous project schedules.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges
• Willing to travel

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design packages from concept to IFC level for power generation and distribution.
• Coordinate with vendors to develop cost-effective and timely design solutions.
• Create one-lines, three-lines, breaker control diagrams, power plans, and system layouts.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, UL, NEMA, NFPA standards for renewables, storage, and industrial systems.
• Read and review vendor shop drawings for GIS switchgear, substations, DCU/PLC enclosures, Microgrid controllers, and complete generation systems.
• Communicate effectively with architects, owners, and contractors.
• Work independently and as part of a team with strong time management.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

BS. in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering license preferred

Tools

Revit

Job description

Salas O’Brien in Nashville is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead design efforts for power generation and distribution projects. This role involves serving as design lead on multiple projects, coordinating with internal and external teams, and supporting business development.

The requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5–15 years of complex electrical systems experience, Revit proficiency, and strong communication and organizational skills.