Senior Electrical Engineer – AI-Enhanced Design Leader

Explicitly mentions vibe-coding platforms and LLM access; the role expects using AI tools and training to boost productivity and workflows.

Senior Electrical Engineer leading electrical systems design for semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities, responsible for power distribution, grounding, lighting, and mission-critical systems. The role combines technical leadership, project coordination, client interface, and mentorship to ensure code-compliant, efficient electrical designs through the project lifecycle.

SSOE is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer in its Advanced Technology division to lead electrical systems design for complex semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on delivering power distribution, grounding, lighting, and mission-critical electrical systems, providing technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating across disciplines to meet project scope, schedule, and quality targets.

• Lead design of power distribution systems, lighting layouts, and grounding systems for semiconductor and high-tech facilities.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and arc flash studies using Easy Power, ETAP, or SKM Power Tools.
• Develop electrical construction documents, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, conduit routing plans, and equipment specifications.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA and other applicable codes; serve as the technical reference for code interpretation.
• Coordinate electrical systems integration with mechanical, process, and structural disciplines through BIM modeling and cross-functional reviews.
• Evaluate designs for energy efficiency and operational performance; recommend optimization strategies.
• Apply field verification and troubleshooting to resolve design-to-field discrepancies and support construction (RFIs, submittals, site visits).
• Lead design reviews, quality assurance checks, and prepare engineering calculations and technical submittals.
• Serve as a primary technical contact for clients and collaborate with contractors during construction.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; contribute to knowledge sharing and reusable design standards.

• 7+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial, manufacturing, or semiconductor facility design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or active pursuit with a clear path to licensure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design.
• Familiarity with NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA codes and standards.
• Field verification experience and ability to resolve design-to-field discrepancies.
• Strong communication skills for presenting technical content and managing client expectations.

• Hands-on experience with Easy Power, ETAP, or SKM Power Tools for power system analysis and arc flash studies.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or advanced high-tech facility design.
• Demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience.
• Additional certifications such as LEED AP or CEM are a plus.
• SSOE provides responsible access to industry-leading Large Language Models and vibe-coding platforms, with training and support to integrate AI tools into workflows for productivity and workflow automation.
• Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 per year (commensurate with location, education, and experience).
• Incentives:
  
  Leadership bonus program and ownership investment opportunities.
• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance; wellness program support.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Professional Growth:
  Professional development funding, PE…