Senior Electrical Engineer

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership bonus program

Ownership investment opportunities

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Job summary

SSOE Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical systems design for complex semiconductor and high-tech facilities. You will mentor engineers, drive project completion, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver technically excellent solutions.

The role emphasizes leadership, design integrity, and coordination with clients and contractors to ensure successful EPC outcomes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial or semiconductor facility design.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• PE license required, or active pursuit with a clear path to licensure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design.
• Knowledge of NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of power distribution systems, lighting, and grounding for semiconductor/manufacturing facilities.
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit, and arc flash studies using EasyPower/ETAP/SKM.
• Develop electrical construction documents and equipment specifications; coordinate with other disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards; serve as technical reference for the team.
• Drive BIM integration and cross-functional design reviews; mentor junior engineers.
• Coordinate with project managers and procurement; review submittals and RFIs.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design reports, and technical submittals.

Skills

Power distribution

AutoCAD

Revit

Code knowledge NEC/IBC/NFPA

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit

Tools

EasyPower

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Overview

Within SSOE's Advanced Technology division, we design and deliver the electrical infrastructure behind some of the world's most advanced semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll serve as a technical leader responsible for developing innovative power distribution, grounding, lighting, and mission-critical electrical systems that support complex manufacturing environments. You'll work closely with project teams and clients to solve challenging engineering problems, establish design direction, and ensure technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle. Our integrated, multidisciplinary approach provides the opportunity to influence facility-wide design decisions while mentoring engineers and advancing best practices across the organization. If you're energized by technical leadership, complex facility design, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on projects shaping the future of technology, SSOE offers an environment where your expertise can thrive.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Advanced Technology team. In this position, you will lead the electrical systems design for complex semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities, mentor the next generation of engineers, and drive projects to completion. You will collaborate daily with specialists across every discipline, contributing to some of the most capital-intensive and technically complex facilities on the planet. Your lead will play a central role in designing and delivering the electrical groundwork that powers advanced semiconductor fabrication facilities.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

Technical Design & Engineering Leadership

• Lead the design of power distribution systems, lighting layouts, and grounding systems for semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities, ensuring designs meet project scope, schedule, and quality benchmarks.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and arc flash studies using EasyPower, ETAP, or SKM PowerTools, ensuring system reliability, safety compliance, and operational uptime for critical manufacturing environments.
• Direct the development of electrical construction documents, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, conduit routing plans, and equipment specifications, driving clarity and completeness to reduce field RFIs and design rework.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, serving as the team's primary technical reference for code interpretation and design intent.
• Drive the integration of electrical systems with mechanical, process, and structural disciplines through coordinated BIM modeling and cross-functional design reviews.
• Evaluate electrical system designs for energy efficiency and operational performance, recommending optimization strategies that reduce lifecycle costs for clients.
• Apply field verification and troubleshooting expertise to resolve design discrepancies early, minimizing costly changes during construction.

Project Coordination & Quality Assurance

• Coordinate with project managers, discipline leads, and procurement teams to align electrical design deliverables with project milestones, budgets, and client expectations.
• Conduct and lead internal design reviews and quality checks, ensuring all electrical deliverables meet SSOE standards and client specifications before release.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, design reports, and technical submittals with accuracy and attention to detail.

Client Interface & Construction Support

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for clients during design development, presenting solutions with confidence and translating complex engineering concepts into actionable decisions.
• Collaborate with contractors by issuing RFI responses, reviewing submittals, and conducting site visits to verify installation compliance with design intent.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance, reviewing their work, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence within the team.
• Contribute to SSOE's knowledge-sharing culture by leading lessons-learned reviews, participating in division-wide technical discussions, and helping build reusable design standards and templates.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial, manufacturing, or semiconductor facility design, demonstrating increasing technical complexity and project leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or active pursuit with a clear path to licensure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes and standards: NEC, IBC, IFC, and NFPA.
• Field verification and experience to identify and resolve design-to-field discrepancies during construction.
• Comfortable presenting technical content, managing expectations, and building long-term relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with EasyPower, ETAP, or SKM PowerTools for power system analysis and arc flash studies.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or advanced high-tech facility design.
• Demonstrated leadership or mentorship track record — having guided junior engineers, led design reviews, or contributed to team development initiatives.
• Additional professional certifications such as LEED AP, CEM (Certified Energy Manager), or equivalent are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

SSOE offers a competitive total compensation package designed to support and empower our employees and their families.

• Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate with location, education, and depth of experience.
• Incentives: Leadership bonus program and ownership investment opportunities. We believe the people who build SSOE should share in its success.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance; and wellness program support.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Professional Growth: Dedicated professional development funding, PE licensure and certification exam support, conference attendance, and structured career advancement programs.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) policy plus paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: SSOE actively supports flexible scheduling within project commitments and a culture that genuinely respects your time outside the office.