Electrical Engineer (Power)

Salas O'Brien; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs and employee support

Professional development

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (Power) to lead electrical design on industrial and power generation projects. You will coordinate with architects, clients, and vendors, deliver design packages, and support business development while traveling to project sites as needed.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5–15 years of experience, proficiency with Revit and ETAP/SKM, and strong communication and organizational skills to manage multiple schedules.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required with 5–15 years in industrial and power generation design.
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred.
• Experience with Revit and power systems coordination, arc flash, grounding.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design packages from concept to IFC for power generation and distribution.
• Route conduit and cable trays for high-density power applications; review vendor drawings.
• Coordinate with architects, owners, and contractors; lead design on multiple projects.
• Support Business Development and identify prospective markets and clients.
• Plan, organize, and manage schedules; travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Travel willingness

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Revit

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (Power)

At I.C. Thomasson, a Salas O’Brien Company, 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 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 unique, meaningful, and high‑impact careers, and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will be an Electrical Engineer competent and confident, especially with experience in the power generation and distribution industry. They will serve as a Design Lead on multiple projects, collaborating internally and externally to deliver projects that meet the owners’ objectives. The role also involves supporting Business Development, soliciting and securing new work, implementing team goals, and identifying prospective markets and clients.

General Duties

• Develop electrical design packages from conceptual to IFC level for power generation and distribution, specifying protective devices, relays, instruments, transformers, breakers, alternators, grounding components, and power/control wiring.
• Understand design limitations and route conduit, cable tray, trench duct for high‑density power applications.
• Coordinate with vendor packagers to develop cost‑effective, timely design solutions for technical applications.
• Noted experience with ETAP or SKM; understanding systems coordination, arc flash, grounding, and Neher‑McGrath.
• Implement one‑lines, three‑lines, breaker control diagrams, power plans, and system plans.
• Familiarity with IEEE, UL, NEMA, NFPA standards for renewables, harmonics, generation, energy storage, hazardous area, and industrial systems.
• Read, understand, and review vendor shop drawings for GIS switchgear, substation transformers, DCU/PLC enclosures, microgrid controllers, and complete generation systems.
• Communicate effectively with architects, owners, and contractors.
• Work independently and as part of a strong team.
• Exhibit excellent organization and time‑management skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering.
• 5‑15 years of experience designing complex electrical systems in industrial and power generation sectors.
• Registered Professional Engineering license preferred.
• Experience with Revit.
• 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.
• Willing to travel.

Location

This role may sit out of any of our office locations.

Travel

10%

Benefits

This role is 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

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 work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services, with expertise in data centers, healthcare, research, clean energy, education, infrastructure, advanced robotics, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal 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.