Electrical Design Engineer (MEP)

ELEN Consulting, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ELEN Consulting, Inc. in San Diego is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to create complex designs for various projects including federal, commercial, and industrial sectors. You will collaborate within a supportive team while ensuring adherence to California energy codes.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 2+ years of experience. The compensation ranges from $80,000 to $130,000 based on qualifications. Hybrid work options are available after initial onboarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of electrical engineering experience in the MEP industry.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs for multi-discipline projects from concept through construction.
• Design electrical systems including power distribution and energy storage.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and clients for well-coordinated solutions.

Skills

Electrical design

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Lighting calculation software

Bluebeam Revu

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ComCheck

EnergyPro

AGi32

Visual

Job description

ELEN Consulting, Inc. is a growing MEP engineering firm delivering complex electrical and mechanical designs across federal/military, commercial, civic, education, and industrial markets throughout California. We're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer ready to take ownership of meaningful designs and grow alongside a tight-knit team of licensed engineers who take pride in what they build.

Why Join ELEN?

At ELEN, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued. We believe in open communication, mutual respect, and an environment where creativity and technical excellence thrive. You'll work directly alongside our licensed PEs and leadership team where your contributions are visible, and your growth is a shared priority.

What You'll Do

• Produce electrical designs for complex, multi-discipline projects across federal/military, commercial, civic, education, and industrial sectors — from concept through construction documents
• Design building and site electrical systems including power distribution, photovoltaic, energy storage, and lighting
• Design and develop electrical systems using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Perform load calculations, circuiting, and short-circuit analysis using industry-standard software
• Prepare and review project specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes and industry standards
• Ensure compliance with California energy codes (Title 24) and other applicable regulations
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and clients to deliver high-quality, well-coordinated solutions
• Maintain open communication with project stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative team environment

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
• Minimum of 2 years of electrical engineering experience in the MEP industry
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu
• Proficiency in ComCheck, EnergyPro, or similar energy code compliance tools
• Experience with lighting calculation software such as AGi32 or Visual
• Experience developing and reviewing project specificationsStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred / A Plus:

• Knowledge of or experience with SKM or ETAP (power system analysis, load calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash studies)
• Familiarity with federal and military project requirements including UFCs and UFGS
• Experience on projects in federal/military, civic, or institutional sectors

Compensation

Salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $130,000, commensurate with the experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capability of each individual applicant. We are committed to compensating our team fairly and competitively relative to the value they bring.

Schedule & Location

Primary Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: San Diego, CA — primarily in-office.

Flexible-Hybrid work schedule available after the introductory period for candidates who have established their workflow.

How to Apply

Apply directly through LinkedIn, or send your resume in PDF format to [e-mail].

This position is not open to inquiries or applications from commission-based placement services or recruiters.