Electrical Designer Job at Salas O'Brien, Vista, CA

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  • Salas O'Brien
  • Vista, CA

Job Description

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.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be professional, self-motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Previous consulting engineering firm experience is required.

Responsibilities include the design of the following systems:

  • Normal and emergency power distribution systems, single line diagrams, load calculations and layout drawings.
  • Emergency generator and transfer switches.
  • Switchgear, switchboards, distribution panels, panelboards and dry type transformers.
  • Short circuit, voltage drop and conductor derating calculations.
  • Grounding and bonding.
  • Lighting photometry calculations, including egress lighting requirements and modeling.
  • Specification editing.
  • Arc flash hazard analysis studies a plus.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • PV systems design and specifications a strong plus
  • Knowledge in NEC and NFPA 70 guidelines.
  • Knowledge of California code requirements and energy standards.
  • Experience in field investigation, construction administration and contractor coordination.
  • Proficiency in Energy Pro or a thorough knowledge of California Title 24 requirements.
  • Knowledge of ComCheck and International Energy Conservation Code requirements a plus.
  • Knowledge with Helioscope or similar Photovoltaic energy modeling software a plus.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD.
  • Proficiency in MS Office products.
  • Strong Revit skills a plus.
  • Must have the ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Eager to learn and develop as a professional.
  • Must have the ability to efficiently plan and organize work.
  • Must have reliable transportation available as project site visits will be required.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Experience Required: Minimum 3-5 years of relevant electrical design experience.
  • A.S. degree in Electrical engineering/technology a plus.
  • EIT or PE certificates a big plus.

Location: Vista, CA (on-site)

Travel: 10%

Salary: $80000-$95000

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, color, 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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