Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical

Atoms•San Francisco, CA

22h•$149,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Atoms is hiring an Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and analysis for new and retrofit facilities across its portfolio. The work includes power distribution, service entrance design, panel and switchgear sizing, lighting, emergency and standby power, and power distribution and charging circuits for EV/AV charging and supporting infrastructure. The role also involves coordinating transformer and service upgrades and working with utility providers to secure power availability and timely energization. The engineer will prepare electrical calculations, drawings, and specifications for permit submittals across multiple jurisdictions; coordinate with structural, building design, civil, and MEP consultants; respond to plan-check comments from Authorities Having Jurisdiction and utility providers; and evaluate electrical equipment submittals for code compliance and site suitability. The role supports construction administration through RFIs, submittal reviews, and field observations, and develops reusable electrical details and design templates for repeatable deployment. This role is based onsite at Atoms' San Francisco office, five days a week. The base salary range is $149,000–$175,000 per year. The position may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Requirements

7–10 years of electrical engineering experience, including design for commercial, industrial, or high-power facilities.
Demonstrated experience with power distribution, service entrance, and panel/switchgear design.
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70/70E, and local utility interconnection requirements.
Experience preparing permit-ready electrical drawings and independently managing AHJ and utility plan-review and energization cycles.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Ability to obtain additional state licensure or reciprocity as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical system design and analysis for new and retrofit facilities, including power distribution, service entrance design, panel and switchgear sizing, lighting, and emergency and standby power.
Prepare electrical calculations, drawings, and specifications for permit submittals across multiple jurisdictions.
Design power distribution and charging circuits for EV/AV charging and support infrastructure, including coordinating transformer and service upgrades.
Partner with utility providers to secure power availability, service upgrades, and timely energization for new sites.
Coordinate with Structural, Building Design, Civil, and MEP consultant teams to resolve system conflicts and keep designs constructible and cost-effective.
Review and respond to plan-check comments from Authorities Having Jurisdiction and utility providers to keep permitting and energization on schedule.
Evaluate vendor and manufacturer electrical equipment submittals, including switchgear, EV charging hardware, and backup power systems, for code compliance and site suitability.
Support construction administration, including RFIs, submittal review, and field observation for electrical systems.
Build and refine standardized electrical details and design templates for reuse across Atoms' business lines.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with multiple plans including HSA options.
Company-paid short- and long-term life and disability insurance.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Optional supplemental life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children.
Pet insurance discount.
401(k).
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
Discretionary vacation days.
Eight paid holidays per year.
Paid sick time.
Paid bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Potential eligibility for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.