Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving.

It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way. 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. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in an in‑person role based in San Diego, California. This position is responsible for the design of building electrical systems, including power, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems, with a strong emphasis on healthcare projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and detail‑oriented engineer who is interested in professional growth and advancement into more leadership responsibilities, while working on complex, mission‑critical projects.

Responsibilities Perform electrical system design for commercial and institutional facilities including healthcare (OSHPD/HCAi), pharmaceutical, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. Develop one-line diagrams, load calculations, short circuit and coordination studies, and arc flash analyses. Size and specify medium and low voltage distribution systems, including utility service coordination, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and distribution equipment.

Design normal, emergency, legally required standby, and life safety power systems in compliance with California codes and California Department of Health Care Access and Information requirements. Prepare lighting and power plans, panel schedules, and equipment layouts using Revit and AutoCAD. Coordinate electrical systems with mechanical, plumbing, architectural, and structural disciplines to support integrated building design.

Interface with utilities for new service applications, upgrades, and interconnection requirements. Support design of critical systems such as central plants, cogeneration, PV/BESS systems, and mission-critical infrastructure. Perform site investigations, field verification, and construction support including RFIs, submittal reviews, and punch walks. Develop technical specifications, basis of design narratives, and construction documents.

Apply and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (NEC, CBC, Title 24, NFPA, IEEE). Support permitting and agency coordination including plan check responses for healthcare and regulated facilities. Assist with cost estimating, equipment selection, and evaluation of alternative system approaches. Participate in client meetings and contribute to technical presentations and design discu