Electrical Engineer - MEP

Kimley-Horn • Sacramento, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Sacramento, California office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with at least 6 years of experience to join its MEP team. This is not a remote position. The role supports building systems engineering and industrial projects, including large-scale and mission-critical MEP projects. The engineer will lead complex electrical system design and analysis, produce project documents and reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialists. The position also supports project specifications, cost estimates, proposals, local and national service-area growth, and the mentoring and development of the MEP team.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of experience in an Electrical Engineering role.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or ability to obtain one within 12 months.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE, and ANSI standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing team on building systems engineering, industrial, and large-scale projects.
• Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical systems for MEP mission-critical projects.
• Develop design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, equipment schematics and block diagrams, electrical system calculations, and one-line diagrams.
• Collaborate daily with multidisciplinary teams, including colleagues across Kimley-Horn offices.
• Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals.
• Support the growth of electrical engineering service areas locally and nationally.
• Assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand the MEP practice.
• Develop reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, equipment selection, and power analyses.
• Coordinate with fire alarm, technology, and lighting specialists as required by project scope.
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical and plumbing engineers, and other disciplines on equipment power needs and electrical distribution sizing.
• Travel to site visits and client meetings as needed.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), and an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k).
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

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