Associate / Senior Associate - Electrical Engineer

Hazen and Sawyer; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm based in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Associate / Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead projects in water and wastewater facilities. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in electrical engineering, particularly in industrial power design, and must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering along with a Professional Engineering License. The company offers comprehensive health benefits and a flexible hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in electrical engineering and design in water/wastewater or other heavy industrial industry.
• Knowledge in medium and low voltage electrical power distribution and generator design.
• Experience with instrumentation and control systems is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of industrial power design, power distribution, and related codes (NEC).
• Leadership experience on major projects is required; mentoring staff is expected.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead electrical engineer on projects for water and wastewater facilities.
• Engage in Business Development activities such as proposal preparation.
• Mentor less experienced staff.

Skills

Electrical power distribution

Communication skills

Project leadership

NEC knowledge

Leadership

PLC systems

AutoCAD

Revit

PE license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

SKM/ETAP

Job description

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an Associate / Senior Associate - Electrical Engineer for our Los Angeles or Irvine, CA office.

Hazen and Sawyer is a stable, growing, employee‑owned company where engineers and scientists are valued. We are committed to making the world a better place by providing technically superior solutions to our clients for all things water.

Why Hazen And Sawyer

• Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen‑Williams equation), we are an employee‑owned company with a singular focus on “all things water.”
• Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
• We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
• We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
• We currently have over 2,000 employees in 80+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
• A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Candidate will serve as the lead electrical engineer on projects for water and wastewater facilities. Responsibilities include supervision of less experienced staff working on projects, and interaction with clients and engineers from other disciplines. Prior engineering leadership experience is highly desirable.
• Candidate will serve as a technical mentor for less experienced staff in local offices.
• Candidate will engage in Business Development activities such as proposal preparation and fee/scope development. Fill the role of Project Manager for selected Electrical projects.

Required Qualifications

• Qualified candidate should have knowledge in industrial power design, including medium and low voltage electrical power distribution, generator design, motor control, VFDs, lighting systems, equipment layout and related activities.
• Candidate must have a good working knowledge of the NEC and related Codes.
• Candidate must also have good communication skills, including interaction with clients and contractors.
• AutoCAD, Revit BIM software and SKM and/or ETAP power systems software experience are desirable.
• Prior project leadership experience is required; Leadership experience in major projects is desired.
• Experience with instrumentation and control systems is a plus, including field and panel instruments, operator interfaces, and PLCs.
• Over 12 years of experience in electrical engineering and design in water/wastewater or other heavy industrial industry is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineering License is required.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
• Short and long‑term disability, and employer paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• Employer‑contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
• Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in‑house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
• Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location