Electrical Technical Lead

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Plymouth (MI); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Full benefits package

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Plymouth, MI (Hybrid) seeks an Electrical Technical Leader to guide electrical engineering work across projects.

You will ensure technical accuracy, enforce standards, and mentor a team of engineers and designers to deliver high-quality, coordinated solutions for our clients. Reporting to Operations & AI Director, you will partner with Project Managers and cross-discipline teams, promote continuous improvement, and stay current with codes and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in a MEP consulting firm.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership and management experience.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• History of building strong teams to improve the client experience and drive business results.
• Proven track record engaging with clients and maintaining effective relationships over time.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight on electrical engineering projects.
• Own electrical discipline standards and QA/QC reviews.
• Identify improvements to design standards, workflows, tools, and technical processes.
• Partner with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and other disciplines to resolve technical challenges.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews and client discussions.
• Coach and mentor engineers and designers, provide timely and actionable feedback.
• Promote a culture of quality, continuous feedback, and empowering growth.
• Assess technical capabilities, training needs, software, and other resources.
• Stay current with codes, emerging technologies, and industry practices.
• Maintain an active PE license and seal drawings when needed.

Skills

Leadership & Mentoring

Client Engagement

Quality Assurance

Team Collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer licensure (PE)

Job description

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 Technical Leader provides technical direction, quality oversight, and discipline leadership to ensure electrical engineering work is accurate, coordinated, and aligned with client expectations and company standards. The Technical Leader focuses on technical consistency across projects, sound engineering decisions, and reliable, practical solutions.

The Technical Leader reports to the Director of Operations & AI and has no direct reports.

The Technical Leader develops engineering talent through coaching, constructive feedback, and knowledge sharing. Working collaboratively with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and other disciplines, this role promotes accountability, continuous improvement, and a positive, high-performing team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight and guidance on electrical engineering projects, including complex design decisions, constructability, code compliance, and project risks.
• Own electrical discipline standards and quality expectations; oversee quality assurance and quality control reviews to promote accurate, coordinated deliverables.
• Identify and implement improvements to design standards, workflows, tools, and technical processes in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Partner with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and other disciplines to resolve technical challenges, align resources, and support project schedules and client commitments.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews and project discussions as needed, and support professional, responsive communication with external parties.
• Coach and mentor engineers and designers, provide timely and actionable technical feedback, and support individual skill development and career growth.
• Promote a culture of quality, continuous feedback, and empowering growth.
• Assess technical capabilities, training needs, software, and other discipline resources; recommend practical solutions to strengthen team performance.
• Stay current with applicable codes, emerging technologies, and industry practices; translate relevant developments into improved engineering solutions.
• Evaluates technical performance with success measured by fewer QA/QC findings and less rework, consistent adoption of standards and tools, and skill growth across the electrical team.
• Maintain an active Professional Engineer (PE) license and seal drawings when needed, though this is not a routine part of the role.

Qualifications and Experience: Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum (10) ten years of relevant experience in a MEP consulting firm
• Minimum (5) five years leadership management
• Institutional education background (required)
• Professional Engineer Licensure
• History of building strong teams to improve the client experience and drive business results
• Proven track record in engaging with clients and maintaining effective relationships over time
• Demonstrated ability to achieve measurable results based on client satisfaction
• Demonstrated understanding and participation in professional networks in the AEC industry

Location: Plymouth, MI (Hybrid)

Travel: Up to 15%

This role is also 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

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .

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.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

Required

5 years:

Minimum (5) five years leadership management

10 years:

Minimum (10) ten years of relevant experience in a MEP consulting firm

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Professional Engineer

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