Electrical Engineer - Infrastructure

Saronic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Match

Stock Options

Life & Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch

Unlimited drinks & snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a licensed electrical engineer to own the electrical design and construction standards across industrial facilities. You’ll guide capital projects from programming through field completion and serve as the internal SME for internal and third‑party teams.

You’ll lead high, medium, and low voltage systems, ensure NEC/NFPA/IBC/IECC compliance, and shape the electrical infrastructure powering our autonomous maritime platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Architectural Engineering.
• Licensed engineer (PE preferred).
• 5+ years design/commissioning/construction of electrical systems for industrial/manufacturing.
• Experience negotiating electrical utility services.
• Proficient with NEC, NFPA, IBC, IECC codes.

Responsibilities

• Own development and maintenance of electrical, power distribution, lighting standards.
• Participate in early programming and scope documentation for capital projects.
• Support RFQ/RFP processes with 3rd party engineers and contractors.
• Review 3rd party electrical designs and guide teams.
• Provide design documentation and equipment sizing for small projects.
• Conduct field visits during capital construction and commissioning.
• Design management of small capital projects.
• Travel up to 10% for project visits.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power distribution

HV/LV design

Code compliance (NEC, NFPA, IBC, IECC)

AutoCAD / Revit

Project leadership

Field commissioning

Utility negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Licensed Engineer (PE preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

At Saronic, power isn’t an afterthought — it’s the backbone of everything we build. From high-voltage distribution systems to precision lighting in our manufacturing environments, the electrical infrastructure at our facilities has to perform flawlessly in support of some of the most advanced autonomous maritime technology in the world. We’re looking for a skilled, driven electrical engineer to own that infrastructure from concept through commissioning.

This is a hands‑on, high‑ownership role for someone who wants to do more than review drawings. You’ll set the company's electrical design and construction standards, guide complex capital projects from early programming through field completion, and serve as the internal expert that both our teams and our third‑party partners rely on. Whether you’re resizing equipment for a new industrial facility, negotiating a utility service agreement, or standing on a job site watching systems come online, you’ll be the person making sure it’s done right.

You’ll bring deep fluency in high, medium, and low voltage systems — and a command of the codes and standards that govern industrial electrical design, including NEC, NFPA, IBC, and IECC. Your judgement will shape the electrical systems that power Saronic’s growth for years to come.

If you’re a licensed engineer with a track record of delivering complex electrical systems in industrial or manufacturing environments, and you’re ready to take real ownership at a company that’s moving fast and building something that matters, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Own the development and maintenance of electrical, power distribution, lighting, design and construction standards for the company.
• Participate in early programming and development of various capital project scopes of work and documentation of project requirements with a focus on electrical systems.
• Support development and issuance of requests for proposals and qualifications for various capital projects to 3rd party engineers, architects, design-build contractors and general contractors.
• Review and comment on 3rd party electrical designs for capital projects and provide owner‑based subject matter specialist input and direction to internal and external teams.
• Provide internal design, system, equipment sizing and design documentation on small capital projects as needed.
• Complete field visits during capital construction projects to represent owner and observe general electrical installation and commissioning activities.
• Design management of small capital projects as needed.
• Travel anticipated to be up to 10% of the time for project specific visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or greater in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed engineer (PE preferred).
• 5+ years of design, commissioning, and/or construction experience of electrical systems for industrial and manufacturing projects including high, medium, and low voltage systems.
• Experience with negotiation of electrical utility service and delivery agreements preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building and energy codes including but not limited to IBC, IECC, IFC, IEEE, NEC, and NFPA as well as associated industry standards and code‑referenced technical guidelines.
• Proficient in developing design standards, technical project requirements documents, requests for proposals. Experience with completing 3rd party design reviews and directing engineering, production and construction teams.
• Knowledge and experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.
• Demonstrated success developing innovative solutions to a broad range of electrical engineering problems.
• Experience with the entire capital project life cycle.
• Design management experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).
• Can safely travel and visit active industrial sites and active construction projects on an occasional basis.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services. Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care. Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents.
• Time Off: Generous PTO and holidays.
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.
• Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline.
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.

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