Electrical Design Engineer- HAWAII

Electrical Design Engineer – Remote (O’ahu, Hawaii Residents or Relocation Required)

At Salas O’Brien, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. That same passion for making a difference applies not only to our projects, but also to our people. We are committed to living our values every day—inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success, with a steadfast focus on building a sustainable future.

Building for the long term means our team members can expect to work on meaningful, challenging projects within a people‑first culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and thoughtful problem‑solving. It also means that every individual at Salas O’Brien has the opportunity to build a unique, rewarding, and high‑impact career, supported by strong mentorship, growth opportunities, and a competitive total rewards package.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee‑owned engineering and professional services firm dedicated to creating positive impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We believe tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we partner with our clients to design lasting, practical solutions to complex challenges.

We serve a diverse range of industries through integrated engineering and consulting services. Our expertise includes 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 excellence is strengthened by an exceptional team of professionals across business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing. Together, we collaborate across disciplines to deliver on our commitments and make a meaningful impact—every day.

Electrical Design Engineer (Remote)

Location: O’ahu, Hawaii (Remote)

While this is a remote position, candidates must currently reside on O’ahu, Hawaii, or be willing to relocate. This is not a work-from-anywhere opportunity.

Travel: As needed, up to 75%

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in remote role in O’ahu, Hawaii reporting to the main office in Tustin, 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system designs in accordance with project scope, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.
• Provide engineering planning, design, and construction administration services for:
• • Power distribution systems
  • Lighting and lighting control systems
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Nurse Call systems
  • Other low voltage systems
• Perform existing building surveys and document current electrical and fire alarm conditions.
• Prepare, edit, and coordinate electrical specifications and construction documents.
• Author engineering reports, assessment reports, and Basis of Design (BOD) documents.
• Coordinate closely with internal project teams, architects, and other engineering disciplines.
• Participate in and lead technical discussions, design coordination meetings, and client presentations.
• Support construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination as needed.
• Assist Project Managers with technical input, schedule coordination, and project execution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
• • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience:
• • Minimum of 5 years of electrical design experience.
  • Experience with healthcare, science and technology, education, and/or commercial buildings is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of and experience with HCAI / OSHPD standards is a plus.
• Professional Credentials:
• • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • LEED accreditation or sustainable design experience preferred.
• Technical Expertise:
• • Proficiency in electrical engineering calculations, including:
  • • Lightin…