Electrical Engineer - MEP

Kimley-Horn • Sacramento, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Sacramento, California office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with at least six years of experience to join its Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) team. This is not a remote position. The role supports building systems engineering and/or industrial projects, including large-scale and mission-critical projects. The engineer leads complex electrical-system design and analysis, develops design documents and reports, and coordinates with multidisciplinary teams and project specialists. The role also contributes to project specifications, cost estimates, proposals, local and national service-area growth, and mentoring and developing 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 standards, and ANSI standards.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings as needed.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the MEP team on building systems engineering and/or industrial projects, including 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, system calculations, and one-line diagrams.
• Collaborate daily with multidisciplinary teams and colleagues across Kimley-Horn offices.
• Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals.
• Support the growth of electrical engineering service areas in the local market and across the country.
• 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 fire alarm, technology, and lighting design 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 for 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