Electrical Engineer

Job Summary:

Our office in Merritt Island, FL is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary project team working on the space coast of Florida. You will be performing work for federal clients across the U.S. and abroad, as well as commercial aerospace clients. We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment with flexible scheduling, strong upward mobility, and opportunities to work on a wide range of design challenges to develop into a well-rounded engineering leader.

Essential Functions:

Work tasks will be varied, and the position requires flexibility and versatility in the engineering field. Responsibilities include:

• Project planning and design of commercial and industrial power, lighting, communications, fire alarm and security systems (plans, specifications, calculations and cost estimates) for new facilities, equipment and facility modernization projects
• Act as discipline technical lead, direct other engineers, and coordinate with other disciplines assigned to the project
• Perform detailed cost analyses and material takeoffs of a variety of building types throughout the US and abroad
• Interact with clients and present designs at milestone reviews
• Perform electrical engineering construction management and support
• Perform Arc Flash Hazard analyses
• Review designs and analyses performed by others for compliance with requirements and statement of work agreements
• Complete facility condition assessments and capital asset management planning

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required from an ABET-accredited program
• 5 to 10+ years of Electrical Engineering experience specializing in design, maintenance, and/or operation of AC power systems, fire alarm systems, and communications systems
• PE License (or ability to obtain)
• Experience with CAD, Revit, SKM Power Tools for Windows, Easy Power, or other electrical system modeling/drafting software
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code
• Effective interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to provide technical mentorship to engineers with less experience (or aspires to)
• Ability to solve problems in an effective and timely manner
• Self-directed creativity and innovation
• High attention to detail

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Current US Passport
• Valid/Unrestricted U.S. driver's license

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• Active/Interim or ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance

Location:

Merritt Island, FL

Travel:

Travel to US sites and/or international project sites may be required occasionally.

Approximately 15% travel.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Performing inspections and providing construction support may require climbing ladders and stairs and accessing spaces such as roofs, basements, crawl spaces, or utility tunnels.
• Industrial site investigations and field construction support will be required.

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.

Salas O'Brien has over 3800 employees in 90 offices throughout North America. With a 91% employee retention rate and unlimited advancement opportunities, you can build an amazing career with us!

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.

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