Electrical Engineer - Industrial Facilities

Overview

SSOE is seeking an Electrical Engineer for a variety of building design-related projects. The ideal candidate will have design experience in power distribution, refineries and/or chemical plants sectors. This is an opportunity to work on challenging projects, expand your technical responsibilities, and contribute to innovative solutions within a collaborative, employee-owned organization.

Why Join SSOE?

At SSOE, you'll work with amazing colleagues and be part of something big! We've consistently been named a “Great Place to Work” and are experiencing the most successful years in our history. Along with industry-leading salary compensation, you'll be eligible to purchase shares in the company - shares that have significantly outperformed both the S&P and Dow averages.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard accepted methods.
• Performs most assignments with instructions as to general results expected, exercises sound judgment to resolve problems, but may receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and solicits the approval of the department manager or project engineer for proposed design solutions.
• Performs detailed phases of engineering work on major projects or total engineering work on projects of smaller or moderate scope.
• May devise new approaches and solutions to problems encountered and communicates changes to the team.
• May supervise and coordinate the work of less experienced engineers and designers and be responsible for checking a portion or all of the drawings completed on the project within the discipline.
• May take part in client contact and business development activities.
• Meets with client to define project scope, present project progress, and assure client satisfaction.
• May write portions or all of the specifications and assist in or prepare total cost estimates.
• Performs design work on CADD.
• Develops engineering concepts and presentations.
• Coordinates work with other disciplines.
• Keeps current on new design methods and ideas.
• Travel required.
• Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, which qualifies for licensure in the state of practice, is required.
• PE or PE-tracked preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of related experience at a professional services firm required.
• Good working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Understanding Arc-Fault/Arc-Flash/and breaker coordination electrical studies.
• Application of energy codes, including IECC & ASHRAE 90.1
• Working knowledge of Revit. Good understanding of electrical design and other tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work on mid to large-sized projects, from start to finish.
• Must possess excellent collaboration and communication skills with different disciplines and teams across various locations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: $100k - $110k/year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Additional Perks:

• Dynamic Culture: Experience a supportive culture where you're an essential and highly valued member of our vibrant team.
• Exciting Projects: Work on thrilling projects from inception to completion and engage directly with some of the most innovative clients globally.
• Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of perpetual learning where curiosity is celebrated, innovative ideas are welcomed, and your career growth aspirations are fully supported.
• Career Stability: A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
• Career Advancement: Embark on a structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Holistic Compensation: A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that support your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.

SSOE – The Best of Both Worlds

At SSOE, our growth trajectory allows us to offer the opportunities normally associated with a large firm while embracing the collaborative and supportive culture often found in smaller firms. As a member of the SSOE team, you'll work on exciting and diverse projects for Fortune 100 clients around the globe, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You'll experience our employee-centric culture that strives to offer a healthy balance, flexible working arrangements, direct access to leadership at all levels, and a continuous learning mindset. Once you experience the SSOE difference, you’ll understand the why behind our metrics:

• 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
• 99% - our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.