Electrical Design Engineer

Legence • San Diego, CA

57d • $90,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering to support the design of electrical systems for commercial building projects throughout San Diego and Southern California. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers, architects, contractors, and other design disciplines to develop coordinated, code-compliant, and constructible electrical designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum three of electrical design experience within the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.
• Understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles, including electrical distribution, and lighting systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project team.
• Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and electrical calculation software.
• Familiarity with California building and energy codes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, education, laboratories, institutional, or municipal buildings.
• Engineer in Training certification or Professional Electrical Engineer License.
• Experience performing field surveys and documenting existing electrical systems.
• Familiarity with sustainable design, energy efficiency, photovoltaic systems, battery energy storage systems, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, grounding, emergency power, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for commercial buildings.
• Prepare electrical drawings, plans, schedules, diagrams and details using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Prepare electrical specifications.
• Perform electrical load calculations, voltage drop calculations, lighting calculations, short circuit calculations, and other engineering analyses under the direction of a licensed electrical engineer.
• Develop single-line diagrams, panel schedules, equipment connection requirements, and electrical room layouts.
• Coordinate electrical requirements with mechanical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and technology disciplines.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings to identify electrical design requirements and potential coordination conflicts.
• Support the selection and specification of electrical equipment, including switchboards, panelboards, transformers, generators, automatic transfer switches, lighting fixtures, and control devices.
• Assist with compliance reviews for the California Electrical Code, California Building Code, California Energy Code, National Electrical Code, and applicable local requirements.
• Participate in site visits to document existing conditions, verify electrical systems, and support renovation and tenant improvement projects.
• Assist with responses to requests for information, submittal reviews, field observations, punch lists, and other construction administration activities.
• Coordinate with permitting agencies, contractors, and project stakeholders as required.
• Maintain organized project files and complete assignments in accordance with project schedules, budgets, and company quality standards.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Vacation is 80 hrs/yr during your first 5 years, then 120 hrs/yr. Unused vacation rolls over up to 80 hrs (years 1–5) and 120 hrs (year 6+). Accrues each pay period, and unused accrued vacation time is paid out at separation per CA law. This is separate from CA sick leave; company holidays per policy.
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level