Salas O'Brien · 5 hours ago
Electrical Project Engineer
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $87K/yr
3+ years expSalas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for clients and the world. The Electrical Project Engineer is responsible for the independent design, coordination, and documentation of electrical systems for building projects across various market sectors, ensuring engineering quality and supporting project delivery.
Industrial EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop electrical plans, calculations, specifications, and cost estimates for building projects
Design power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm and life safety, telecommunications, low-voltage, special systems, and emergency/standby power systems
Prepare voltage drop, short-circuit, load calculations, and equipment sizing
Conduct site investigations, field observations, and documentation of existing electrical systems
Review and evaluate substitute products and equipment for compliance with design intent
Coordinate electrical design with mechanical, plumbing, structural, and architectural disciplines
Interface with clients, architects, contractors, and other project stakeholders
Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance with contract documents
Prepare design narratives, reports, meeting minutes, and written correspondence
Respond to RFIs, review change orders, and support bidding and construction phases
Conduct site visits, observe construction progress, and witness system startup and testing
Review commissioning and project close-out documentation
Supervise, coordinate, and review work of Designers and CAD Operators
Mentor junior engineers and designers and support QA/QC and peer review processes
Assist Project Managers with manpower planning, scheduling, and resource coordination
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
3–7 years of relevant electrical engineering design experience in building systems
Familiarity with applicable codes and standards including NEC, IECC, NFPA, and IBC
Preferred
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) actively working toward licensure
Experience with commercial, healthcare, institutional, or multifamily projects
Benefits
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
Company
Salas O'Brien
Salas O'Brien is a national leading Facilities Planning, Commissioning, Construction Management and Mechanical, Electrical.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Blackstone Group
2024-01-22Private Equity
Leadership Team
Paul Silva
Chief Operating Officer
Karl F. Frey
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