Electrical Designer / Electrical Engineer - Level II & III (Multiple Openings)

Colonial Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson's Electrical Services seeks an experienced Electrical Designer to design and coordinate electrical building systems. You will prepare design documents, review drawings, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with project teams to meet client requirements.

The role emphasizes code compliance, life safety, aesthetics, and delivering a design aligned with the client’s vision. Strong knowledge of design tools and industry standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and design principles.
• FE exam completed or LEED/WELL accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate-level electrical design tasks with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and modify plans, reports, and technical documents.
• Review shop drawings for compliance with design intent.
• Guide junior designers and provide technical support.
• Participate in business development and client coordination.
• Support limited project management and coordination tasks.
• Maintain current knowledge of codes, standards, and design tools.

Skills

Revit

Bluebeam

Design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

FE/PE preferred or LEED/WELL accreditation

Job description

Summary

Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers are responsible for the design, coordination, documentation, and delivery of electrical building systems for various environments. Depending on experience level, individuals may perform engineering calculations, prepare and review design documents, coordinate with project teams, manage tasks or projects, provide technical leadership, mentor others, and support business development activities. All team members are expected to uphold a client-centric mindset, demonstrate quality and integrity, and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and continuously learning environment.

Today's buildings are rapidly evolving. Electrical system design is no longer as simple as lighting and power design overlaid onto an architectural background. Our engineers understand that the electrical system forms the foundation that makes the building come to life. It's a responsibility that we take very seriously. We balance the rigorous requirements of life safety and code compliance with practicality and aesthetic considerations to deliver a design that supports life of the building and delivers on our client's vision for the project.

Henderson's Electrical Services

• Power Systems Design & Distribution
• Medium Voltage Design
• Emergency & Standby Power Generation
• Lighting Systems & Controls Design
• Lightning Protection
• Grounding Design
• Fault Current & Overcurrent Coordination Studies
• Arc Flash Studies
• Emergency Egress Illumination
• Solar & Wind Power Design

Position Summary

Independently performs intermediate electrical design tasks, prepares design documents, coordinates with internal and external partners, and may mentor less experienced staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate-level calculations and design with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and modify plans, reports, and technical documents.
• Review shop drawings for compliance.
• Guide junior designers and provide technical support.
• Participate in business development and client coordination.
• Support limited project management and coordination tasks.
• Maintain current knowledge of codes, standards, and design tools.

Core Competencies

• Efficient communication and workflow facilitation.
• Strong professional integrity and trustworthiness.
• Quality-oriented with attention to improvement opportunities.
• Inclusive teamwork and constructive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience
• Intermediate proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and design principles.
• FE and PE completion preferred
• Ability to lead small tasks or portions of projects.
• Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required. Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project or program types.