Senior Electrical Designer

SSOE is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Designer for a variety of building design-related projects. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with healthcare, educational, and/or commercial facilities.

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.

We offer a hybrid work schedule option for this role. You may be eligible for a fully remote work schedule per company policy.

As part of our commitment to innovation, all team members will be trained on Microsoft Copilot and empowered to use it as a core tool in their everyday work.

• Responsible for producing technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models that meet our specifications and client needs.
• Perform all appropriate calculations (e.g., distribution panel loading, short circuit, voltage drop, conduit & conductor size, and cable tray fill) required for the electrical design packages and verify all applicable codes have been incorporated.
• Apply standard design techniques and procedures and exercise judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to design concepts. Ensure quality control by complying with company and team design and CAD standards.
• Work with other designers, Electrical Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders on specific assigned objectives, complex features, and aid in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
• Coordinate designs and develop an understanding with other design disciplines (Mechanical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.) for design package needs.
• Perform field verifications/site walks to identify, verify, resolve, and incorporate solutions into design packages. May troubleshoot design problems in the field during construction.

• Competitive Salary: $100,000- $145,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
• Ownership Opportunities:
  As an employee‑owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

• 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 supports your physical and mental health, encourages work‑life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.

• High school diploma or GED is required. An Associate degree in the engineering or architectural field is preferred.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience as a designer or nineteen (19) years with former employers.
• Experience working with AutoCAD and Revit is required. Experience with Navisworks and/or Easy Power is a plus.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology