Senior Electrical Engineer – Healthcare Buildings - job 1 of 2

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Olsson, your primary responsibilities involve leading the design and review of electrical systems for complex healthcare facility projects. You will apply advanced electrical engineering concepts while performing quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) to ensure designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards. Additionally, you will mentor junior staff, collaborate on integrated designs, and conduct research for innovative solutions that enhance patient care.

To apply for the Senior Electrical Engineer position at Olsson, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and hold a Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license. Additionally, at least 8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in healthcare facilities design, is recommended. Certifications like the Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) or memberships in the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) are also advantageous.

At Olsson, Senior Electrical Engineers work in a team-based environment that fosters collaboration and encourages professional development. The culture emphasizes ownership, innovation, and a shared mission to improve communities. You'll work alongside skilled professionals from various disciplines, providing an inspiring atmosphere where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact in healthcare building design.

Olsson is dedicated to supporting career growth through mentorship, professional development opportunities, and hands-on experiences in complex projects. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you’ll have the chance to lead teams, guide less-experienced staff, and participate in continuous learning initiatives. Additionally, Olsson offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to promote investment in your career and the company.

Senior Electrical Engineers at Olsson encounter unique challenges such as ensuring that electrical designs comply with stringent healthcare regulations and standards while also optimizing the functionality and efficiency of designs. You’ll need to creatively address these challenges while considering the operational needs of healthcare environments, which can vary widely depending on the project.

In answering this question, be sure to highlight specific projects you’ve worked on that involved designing electrical systems for healthcare environments. Discuss any challenges you faced and how you overcame them, emphasizing your technical expertise and ability to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams.

Detail your approach to quality assurance and control (QA/QC), explaining the processes and standards you implement in your designs. Share examples of how you've used these practices to enhance project outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

Discuss your past mentoring experiences, focusing on how you support the growth of junior engineers through guidance, feedback, and shared learning opportunities. Provide examples of successful outcomes or projects where your mentorship directly contributed to their development.

Explain your strategies for staying up-to-date, such as attending industry conferences, participating in relevant committees, or completing continuing education courses. Make sure to show your commitment to ongoing professional development and how it translates to your work as a Senior Electrical Engineer.

Provide a detailed example of a challenging project in which you played a significant role. Explain your specific contributions, the strategies you used to navigate obstacles, and how the project ultimately benefited the healthcare facility or community.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork in your engineering practice. Share specific instances where collaboration led to improved project outcomes, and illustrate your ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams to solve complex challenges.

Outline your time management strategies, discussing how you assess project needs, set priorities, and allocate resources effectively. Provide an example of a situation where your approach helped meet critical deadlines without sacrificing quality.

Share your insights on the unique challenges electrical engineers face in the healthcare sector, such as adhering to safety regulations and designing for diverse facility requirements. Discuss strategies you've employed to address these challenges in past projects.

Explain your research methodologies, whether it involves literature review, collaboration with other engineers, or employing new technologies. Discuss how your research has led to improvements in past projects, including examples of innovations or solutions that enhanced patient care.

Discuss your passion for contributing to the healthcare industry, focusing on how your work positively impacts communities and patient outcomes. Sharing personal anecdotes or experiences can help convey your commitment and enthusiasm for the field.