Senior Electrical Engineer: Lead Design for Institutions

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Baton Rouge is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design building systems and produce construction documents for institutional projects in higher education, government and healthcare sectors.

You will lead project teams, coordinate with Owners and Architects, develop lighting and electrical calculations, prepare REVIT documents, and mentor junior engineers in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or aspirational.
• Experience with complex institutional projects.
• LEED experience or certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems including lighting, power, fire alarm, telecom and security.
• Develop calculations for lighting systems and associated controls.
• Prepare detailed design documents in REVIT.
• Lead a project team and manage projects.
• Coordinate with Owners and Architects.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Complete code compliance research.
• Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Assist in procurement and client relations.

Skills

Electrical design

Leadership

Revit

MS Office

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

REVIT

MS Office

Job description

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Baton Rouge is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design building systems and produce construction documents for institutional projects in higher education, government and healthcare sectors.

You will lead project teams, coordinate with Owners and Architects, develop lighting and electrical calculations, prepare REVIT documents, and mentor junior engineers in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.