Electrical Engineer II
About The Position
PAE is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Electrical Engineer II for a hybrid role in its San Francisco office. Working under the guidance of a Lead Engineer, the engineer will contribute to electrical distribution, lighting, and power system design, develop technical specifications, and coordinate with other disciplines. The position supports projects from initial design through site implementation and requires deliverables to meet PAE’s quality standards. PAE is an engineering and design firm focused on resilient, efficient buildings and communities. The company emphasizes innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity, and measures success by the benefits its projects provide to clients, communities, and the planet. The role includes design and documentation using Revit and AutoCAD; electrical load calculations and equipment selection; lighting calculations and product research; lighting-control design; and construction-phase support. The engineer will interact with clients and project teams, contribute to site visits and reports, and may guide the design direction of specific project spaces at the project lead’s discretion.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- A minimum of 1–2 years of electrical design or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of electrical systems and engineering concepts, with the ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Knowledge of project phases.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Delegation skills.
- Organization and attention to detail.
- Microsoft Office Suite skills.
- Revit/AutoCAD skills.
- Easy Power skills.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) designation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform Revit/AutoCAD system design and documentation.
- Design lighting and power systems under the direction of a lead engineer.
- Prepare detailed project deliverables.
- Read plans and specifications and develop the ability to edit or write specifications.
- Interact with clients and other project team members.
- Develop an understanding of other disciplines.
- Apply building codes and electrical and lighting industry standards.
- Prepare electrical load calculations and select electrical equipment.
- Apply knowledge of lighting products, create luminaire schedules, and support advanced product research.
- Perform lighting calculations, produce design graphics, and support mock-ups.
- Guide the design direction of specific project spaces at the project lead’s discretion.
- Support development and production of lighting-control design.
- Support construction-phase submittal reviews and RFIs, and attend site visits.
- Contribute to site visits and prepare reports.
- Participate in lighting industry organizations and events to build relationships and knowledge.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Annual 401(k) profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution.
- Professional development reimbursements, including state registration and professional association dues.
- Employer-paid commuter/parking stipend.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Life insurance and disability benefits.
- Hybrid work schedule.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Nine paid holidays, including an additional employee-selected day.
- Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays, and vacation.
- Time-and-a-half overtime pay eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
