Electrical Engineering Intern
At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for 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 expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary:
Joining our team as an Intern offers a distinctive opportunity to gain practical experience, broaden your skill set, and contribute to significant projects within Salas O'Brien. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and enriching environment where interns can thrive and cultivate their abilities. If you're prepared to embark on a rewarding journey and learn from industry leaders, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.
In this role, you will:
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Architectural, or a related Engineering field.
- Genuine passion for the AEC industry, with a focus on electrical system design and a desire to learn and contribute to meaningful projects.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Familiarity or proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and an understanding of engineering analysis tools is beneficial.
- Adaptability to change priorities and tasks, with a readiness to perform duties onsite or at project locations as needed.
Learning Opportunities:
- Learn basic principles of electrical design engineering.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and specialists.
- Gain exposure to different project types and markets.
- See the full lifecycle of a construction project from design through construction.
- Enhance proficiency with industry-standard software.
Location: Irving, TX
Travel: Limited travel is required
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related engineering field
- Passion for the AEC industry and interest in electrical system design
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
- Familiarity or proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Revit
- Understanding of engineering analysis tools
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tasks
- Willingness to perform duties onsite or at project locations
- Some college or better
Salas O'Brien Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Salas O'Brien and has not been reviewed or approved by Salas O'Brien.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options include multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with an individual medical option at no premium, plus no‑cost preventive medications and mental‑health resources. Employer‑paid disability and life coverage further strengthen the safety net.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a base PTO allotment plus company office‑closure days and paid parental leave for births, adoptions, and foster placements. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave is a standout component of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) employer match with a potential additional company stock contribution, along with RRSP support in Canada and a student‑loan payment 401(k) match in the U.S. These features provide structured long‑term savings support beyond base pay.
Salas O'Brien Insights
What We Do
Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical services firm focused on advancing the human experience through the built environment. Our team is engineered for impact™, helping clients achieve critical goals, advancing our team members through growth and opportunity, and operating at the center of important global issues, including sustainability and decarbonization. We are a top firm as ranked by Engineering News-Record and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, and we have appeared for over a decade on the Inc. 5000 list of North America’s fastest-growing private companies.
