Electrical Design Engineer

Legence Corp.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Time Off

Business travel reimbursement

Discount Program

Job summary

Legence Corp. in San Diego, CA is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support lighting-focused electrical systems for diverse projects. The role requires 2–5 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with strong AutoCAD and Revit skills.

You will perform field surveys, develop schematics, power diagrams, and calculations, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to sustainable design initiatives while working on-site with a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required
• 2–5 years of electrical design experience
• Experience with lighting design is preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required
• Familiarity with Title 24 compliance is a plus
• EIT, IES/IEEE affiliation are pluses

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys for electrical design and prepare site assessment reports
• Prepare electrical schematic designs and power single-line and riser diagrams
• Perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM
• Select lighting fixtures and power equipment; design lighting and power circuits
• Coordinate among mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines

Skills

Electrical design

Lighting design

Field surveys

Schematic design

Coordination among disciplines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

ETAP

SKM

AGi software

Job description

P2S|CMTA is a provider of professional engineering services to a broad range of markets, including higher education, healthcare, ports/harbors, industrial, entertainment, commercial, laboratories, municipal, and federal sectors. Our specialties include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology integration. We offer engineering and commissioning to construction management services with a blend of innovation and technical excellence in delivering green solutions that enhance and sustain the built, natural, and social environments.

We currently have offices in Long Beach, Seattle, Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Jose.

Experience: 2‑5 years. Employment Type: Full‑time. Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in‑office / 2 remote. Salary Range: $90,000 – $115,000 (dependent on experience). This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed. Location: San Diego Office.

We’re seeking a talented Electrical Design Engineer for our San Diego, CA location. If you’re passionate about sustainable design, technical excellence, and leading impactful projects, we’d love to hear from you.

General Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys for the design of electrical systems, gather information, and prepare site assessment reports.
• Prepare electrical schematic designs.
• Design power single‑line and riser diagrams.
• Perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM.
• Lighting fixtures and power equipment selection.
• Perform lighting and power circuiting.
• Design and coordinate the lighting control system.
• Prepare fire alarm device layout based on International Fire Code and NFPA 72.
• Design fire alarm riser diagrams, calculations, and sequence of operations.
• Prepare enlarged plans, elevations, schedules, and details.
• Understand and utilize CAD/BIM standards.
• Have a working knowledge of National Electrical Code and Energy Standards to design medium voltage and low voltage electrical systems.
• Coordinate among different disciplines (mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and architectural) and work in close contact with the entire design team.

Construction Administration

• Review and respond to RFIs.
• Perform punch walks and prepare punch list reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Support electrical design projects with a focus on lighting systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver high‑quality engineering solutions.
• Assist with lighting circuiting and lighting controls design.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit MEP for design documentation.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (required).
• 2‑5 years of experience in electrical design.
• Experience with lighting design preferred.
• Familiarity with Title 24 compliance is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (required).
• AGi software experience is a plus.
• EIT license is a plus.
• Association with IES/IEEE is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: matching contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of eligible pay, immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer‑provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program, and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and AD&D valued at $50K coverage, with optional voluntary buy‑up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non‑accrual vacation and company holidays per policy (California employees: separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable).
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
• Discount Program: Company‑sponsored discount program with savings on multiple lifestyle categories.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Third‑Party Recruiting Disclaimer

Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC’s CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based on relevant job‑related factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non‑merit‑based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. EEO is the Law.