Senior Electrical Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 180,000; 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 assistance resources

Professional development support

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to oversee the design and implementation of critical power infrastructure. The successful candidate will have 10-15 years of experience, a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and power system studies. Responsibilities include performing load calculations, preparing construction documents, and supervising engineers while collaborating effectively with clients. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary range of $135,000 to $180,000.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in electrical engineering is required.
• Expertise in power system studies including short circuit and arc flash analysis.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical load calculations and develop power distribution designs.
• Prepare detailed construction documents for critical power infrastructure.
• Lead and supervise staff engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Electrical Load Calculations

AutoCAD

Revit

Short Circuit Studies

Selective Coordination Studies

Arc Flash Hazard Analysis

Technical Writing

Generator Systems Design

Field Survey

Construction Administration

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineer is a senior technical professional responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of critical power infrastructure across a variety of industry sectors including Mission‑Critical, Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Commercial. This role includes developing detailed specifications for UPS systems, emergency and standby generators, and low‑ and medium‑voltage switchgear while ensuring system reliability, safety, and compliance. The position requires expertise in power system studies, including short circuit, selective coordination, and arc flash analysis, and experience designing complex generator and medium‑voltage power systems. The ideal candidate brings strong field survey and construction administration experience and the ability to lead and mentor engineers and designers to deliver high‑quality solutions across all phases of a project.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical load calculations and develop comprehensive power distribution designs for commercial, infrastructure, and data center projects
• Prepare detailed construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and technical reports for UPS systems, emergency/standby generators, and low‑and‑medium‑voltage switchgear
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit to develop system layouts, one‑lines, and coordinated design models
• Conduct power system studies, including short circuit, selective coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis using SKM, ETAP, or similar software
• Design and engineer standby and emergency power systems, including generator and paralleling system configurations
• Lead and supervise staff engineers and designers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and quality oversight
• Perform field surveys and site assessments to verify existing conditions and support design development
• Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site visits, and coordination with contractors
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to deliver technically sound and cost‑effective solutions
• Develop and maintain technical specifications and documentation to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and project requirements
• Apply knowledge of data center infrastructure to support mission‑critical system design and reliability objectives
• Contribute to continuous improvement by staying current with industry standards, technologies, and best practices

Qualifications and Experience

• 10-15 years of experience
• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (Strongly Preferred)
• Proficient in Electrical Load Calculations
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Revit
• Proficient with SKM, eTap, or equivalent software
• Technical writing skills required
• Proficient in the development of specifications for UPS Systems, Emergency/Standby Generators, Low and Medium-Voltage Switchgear
• Knowledge in Infrastructure and Commercial Facilities
• Knowledge relative to Data Center infrastructure design
• Capable of supervising staff engineers and designers
• Experience with the development of Short Circuit and Selective Coordination studies
• Experience with the development of Arc Flash Hazard Analysis Studies
• Experience with the design of Standby and Emergency Generator Systems as well as paralleling generator systems
• Extensive field survey experience
• Extensive experience with Construction Administration

Location

Philadelphia, PA - HYBRID

Travel

Some travel to US sites.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $135,000 - $180,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

• 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

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.