Electrical Design Engineer

Legence•San Diego, CA

24d•$90,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

P2S|CMTA is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support its San Diego, California office. The role supports electrical design projects, particularly lighting systems, and collaborates with project teams to deliver engineering solutions. The schedule is hybrid, with three days in the office and two remote. The position offers a salary range of $90,000–$115,000, dependent on experience, and eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus that is not guaranteed. The engineer performs pre-design field surveys and site assessments; prepares electrical schematics, power single-line and riser diagrams, calculations, layouts, schedules, elevations, and details; and selects lighting fixtures and power equipment. The role includes lighting and power circuiting, lighting control design, fire alarm design, and coordination with other disciplines. The engineer also supports construction administration by reviewing and responding to RFIs, reviewing equipment submittals, and performing punch walks and preparing punch-list reports. P2S|CMTA provides professional engineering services across numerous markets and disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology integration. The company describes its approach as combining innovation and technical excellence to deliver green solutions that enhance and sustain built, natural, and social environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in electrical design.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
Current U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience with lighting design.
Familiarity with Title 24 compliance.
AGi software experience.
EIT license.
Association with IES or IEEE.

Responsibilities

Perform field surveys for electrical system design, gather information, and prepare site assessment reports.
Prepare electrical schematic designs.
Design power single-line and riser diagrams.
Perform electrical calculations, including arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, and load flow, using ETAP/SKM.
Select lighting fixtures and power equipment.
Perform lighting and power circuiting.
Design and coordinate lighting control systems.
Prepare fire alarm device layouts based on the International Fire Code and NFPA 72.
Design fire alarm riser diagrams, calculations, and sequences of operation.
Prepare enlarged plans, elevations, schedules, and details.
Understand and utilize CAD/BIM standards.
Design medium- and low-voltage electrical systems using a working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and Energy Standards.
Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines and work closely with the design team.
Review and respond to RFIs.
Review equipment submittals.
Perform punch walks and prepare punch-list reports.
Support electrical design projects, with a focus on lighting systems.
Collaborate with project teams to deliver engineering solutions.
Assist with lighting circuiting and lighting controls design.
Use AutoCAD and Revit MEP for design documentation.

Benefits

401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar company matching up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Employer-provided medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
Employee Assistance Program and accident and illness coverage.
Employer-provided basic life insurance and AD&D, with optional voluntary buy-up coverage.
Flexible non-accrual vacation.
Company holidays per policy.
Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
Company-sponsored discount program.
Competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, paid training, and professional memberships.
Annual performance-based bonus eligibility; bonus eligibility and payout are not guaranteed.