Senior Electrical Engineer - Healthcare Systems Design

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative solutions in the healthcare sector? As a Senior Electrical Engineer on Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design team, you’ll provide high-level technical support and lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities that drive excellence in healthcare facilities design. In this role, you’ll apply your expertise to independently make recommendations and decisions that enhance the design and functionality of healthcare environments. You’ll work on complex projects, develop unique solutions, and ensure that our designs meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and review of electrical systems for complex healthcare facilities projects.
• Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced electrical engineering concepts to address the unique challenges of healthcare environments.
• Perform QA/QC and ensure that electrical designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.
• Conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
• Advise and direct staff on electrical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical systems seamlessly into overall project designs.
• Contribute to the development of standards and guidelines for electrical engineering activities within the team.
• Mentor and supervise less experienced staff, providing guidance on technical assignments and career development.

We have multiple current openings and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Lincoln, Omaha, Des Moines, Denver, Loveland, Colorado Springs, Kansas City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Phoenix, St. Louis, and Fayetteville office locations. We will also consider remote candidates.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• At least 8 years of electrical engineering experience with increasing responsibility, preferably in healthcare facilities design.
• Healthcare-related certifications, such as Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) or Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, are a plus.
• Membership in a state or national chapter of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) or equivalent is advantageous. Experience with National Codes/Standards development and participation in relevant committees is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading complex electrical design projects and providing technical leadership within a team.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the healthcare industry through innovative and dependable electrical engineering solutions.

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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