Electrical Engineer III

Salas O'Brien; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 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 assist…

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Electrical Engineer III to lead electrical, instrumentation, and controls design on major projects. You will develop bid and construction documents and guide engineers and designers toward on-time delivery.

Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years’ experience, EIT with PE potential, and strong communication. On-site role with some travel; relocation/visa sponsorship considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years’ experience in electrical engineering (preferably related to construction or heavy industrial).
• EIT required with ability to obtain PE within six months of hire; PE preferred.
• Extensive electrical engineering experience with a broad range of industrial project types.
• Excellent communications skills with an understanding of teamwork and the requisite ability to coordinate work with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Minimal travel may be required.
• Able to lift 25 pounds, ascend industrial structures unaided.
• U.S. Citizenship preferred; willing to sponsor the right candidate.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager on major projects.
• Independently manage projects with a majority electrical scope.
• Manage and provide technical guidance and oversight to engineers and designers.
• Define, interpret, and track assigned project budgets, schedules, and scopes.
• Direct preparation of bid and construction document packages.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS

Job description

Electrical Engineer III - Chesterfield, Missouri

The salary range for this role is $100,000-$140.000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience & certifications.

Relocation assistance and visa transfer/sponsorship will be considered.

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

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here - Salas O'Brien benefits

Job Summary: The Electrical Engineer III provides expertise and support in a variety of areas including electrical, instrumentation, and controls design, deliverables development, using data from other disciplines to prepare engineering designs, and directing engineers and designers toward completion of bid and construction document packages.

General Duties:

• Assist Project Manager on major projects.
• Independently manage projects with a majority electrical scope.
• Manage and provide technical guidance and oversight to engineers and designers.
• Define, interpret, and track assigned project budgets, schedules, and scopes.
• Direct preparation of bid and construction document packages.

Skills:

• Oversee, plan, and coordinate all technical aspects of electrical project work.
• Understand and apply concerns of Safety, Maintenance, Accessibility, Constructability, and Coordination.
• Direct and select design criteria of electrical power, instrumentation, and controls for a wide range of projects.
• Perform conceptual, preliminary, and detailed development of electrical, instrumentation, and controls system designs.
• Issue and record drawing submittals and revisions and Request for Information.
• Check electrical calculations and construction documents prepared by yourself or others for errors, omissions, and adherence to company standards.
• Prepare specifications and bid packages of electrical, instrumentation, and controls equipment, analyze bids, make procurement recommendations, and perform review of submitted shop drawings.
• Analyze and design MV and LV power distribution, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Perform design of control systems including PLC/DCS cabinets, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years’ experience in electrical engineering (preferably related to construction or heavy industrial).
• EIT required with ability to obtain PE within six months of hire; PE preferred.
• Extensive electrical engineering experience with a broad range of industrial project types.
• Excellent communications skills with an understanding of teamwork and the requisite ability to coordinate work with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Minimal travel may be required.
• Able to lift 25 pounds, ascend industrial structures unaided.
• U.S. Citizenship preferred; willing to sponsor the right candidate.
• Valid driver’s license.

Location: St. Louis, MO (onsite)

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, color, 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.