Senior Electrical Engineer

Crafted Staff • Alhambra, AZ

23h • $125,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer Location: Alhambra, CA (Hybrid: 3 days Remote & 2 days On-site) Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 annually (based on experience) Company Introduction This role is with a growing MEP consulting engineering firm based in Southern California. The organization is known for its collaborative, process-driven culture and technically strong team, delivering high-quality mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs across a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use projects. The firm emphasizes smart systems, strong coordination, and client-focused delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced, electrical-led MEP engineer who enjoys owning projects, working closely with clients, and contributing to a high-performing engineering team. Role Overview The Senior Electrical Engineer & Project Manager is an electrical-led leadership role responsible for the design, coordination, and delivery of building electrical systems from concept through construction. This individual will act as a technical lead and project manager, guiding electrical design efforts while coordinating closely with mechanical and plumbing teams. Success in this role requires deep expertise in power distribution, lighting, and life safety systems, as well as the ability to manage scope, schedule, and quality across multiple projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, code-savvy, and comfortable serving as a primary technical and client-facing point of contact.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 7+ years of electrical engineering experience within an MEP consulting environment.
• Strong experience designing building electrical systems for commercial or institutional projects.
• Demonstrated project management experience with responsibility for scope, schedule, and coordination.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical system design.
• Experience producing and reviewing fully coordinated construction documents.
• Strong understanding of electrical, life safety, and energy codes and standards.
• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and communicate effectively with clients and project teams.
• High attention to technical accuracy, constructability, and system performance.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, grounding, and life safety systems.
• Develop electrical system concepts and basis of design documentation aligned with project requirements and applicable codes.
• Serve as technical lead and, where applicable, Engineer of Record for electrical scopes.
• Manage electrical-led project scopes from concept through construction, including budget, schedule, and deliverables.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, and structural disciplines.
• Oversee and mentor engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and quality control.
• Perform site surveys, field investigations, and existing conditions assessments.
• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and technical reports.
• Provide construction administration support including submittal review, RFI responses, site visits, and punch walks.
• Support commissioning activities and system validation efforts as required.
• Assist with proposal development, fee estimates, and technical input during pursuits.
• Ensure all electrical systems comply with applicable building codes, energy standards, and project requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary up to $150,000, based on experience and licensure.
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically engaging projects.
• Support for professional development, licensure, and long-term career growth.
• Collaborative team environment focused on quality, communication, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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