Electrical Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; 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

Professional development support

Job summary

Salas O'Brien is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Tampa, FL. This role involves designing electrical systems and managing engineering projects with a focus on commercial and healthcare facilities.

The ideal candidate will hold a B.S. in electrical engineering, Florida PE certification, and have over 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for collaborating with clients and leading a team.

Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and professional development support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in design/engineering of building electrical power systems.
• Design of commercial and/or healthcare building experience preferred.
• Project management experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the total electrical systems design for specific projects.
• Manage and supervise electrical engineering staff.
• Deal directly with clients to determine project needs.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Client communication

Project management

Revit

Organization and time management

Education

B.S. degree in electrical engineering

Florida PE certification

Tools

REVIT

Job description

Tampa, FL

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

The Electrical Engineer will be working in our Tampa office. This engineer with a P.E. will join a multi‑disciplinary design team. This role will also include some business development, marketing, and project management duties.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the total electrical systems design for specific projects.
• Make calculations integral to the electrical systems design.
• Be familiar with and apply applicable building codes and standards.
• Deal directly with clients/owners to determine specific project needs.
• As Project Manager, manage, direct, and supervise the project to assure it confirms to the commitments related to time, quality, and communications. Deal directly with clients to establish project schedules and expectations.
• Assist market segment manager and team leader in manpower projections and scheduling of work.
• Manage, direct and supervise electrical engineering staff in the execution of specific projects to meet schedules and timely completion of projects. Schedule and lead electrical production staff meetings.
• Supplement Salas O’Brien design standards and administrative procedures where needed.
• Learn our client base and the services provided.
• Identify new opportunities that may have synergistic benefit with our existing business.
• Provide marketing support for project pursuits.
• Capable of increasing technical competency with experience and work ethic.
• Ability to effectively communicate with architects, owners, and contractors.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Qualifications And Experience

• Design of Commercial and/or Healthcare Building experience is preferred.
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering and 5 or more years of applicable experience in design/engineering of building electrical power systems.
• Florida PE certification required.
• Must have Project Management experience.
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies.
• Knowledge of project approach and system design.
• Willingness to build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Experience with healthcare facility design projects a plus.
• Experience using and understanding of REVIT designing platforms.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Travel: 15% or less.

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.