Electrical Engineer

Career Collective; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Collective is seeking an Electrical Engineer/Designer to join our Irvine team. The role supports projects from proposal through final engineering design and construction documentation, focusing on lighting and power systems for building projects.

The ideal candidate will conduct site surveys, perform Title 24 calculations, and develop diagrams, schedules, and construction drawings while coordinating with architects and multidisciplinary engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical engineering or electrical design, preferably in a consulting engineering environment.
• Knowledge of lighting and power system design for building projects.
• Familiarity with electrical construction documents, panel schedules, load calculations, and single-line diagrams.
• Understanding of Title 24 calculations and applicable building and electrical codes.
• Ability to conduct site surveys and translate existing conditions into design requirements.
• Strong coordination and communication skills when working with architects, engineers, and project managers.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate design documents.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple project assignments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with project design and development from proposal through final engineered design.
• Conduct site surveys and gather information needed for electrical design.
• Perform Title 24 energy calculations.
• Develop lighting and power plans, layouts, and construction drawings.
• Prepare electrical panel schedules and load calculations.
• Develop single-line diagrams and electrical system designs.
• Prepare product specifications and supporting design documentation.
• Coordinate electrical designs with architects and structural, civil, and mechanical engineers.
• Organize and prepare construction drawing details.
• Assist with construction administration and respond to project-related questions as they arise.
• Perform quality control reviews of construction documents alongside Project Managers.

Skills

Electrical design

Lighting design

Power design

Title 24 calculations

Construction documents

Panel schedules

Load calculations

Single-line diagrams

Coordination with teams

Job description

Electrical Engineer / Designer – Lighting & Power - We are looking for an Electrical Engineer / Designer with experience in lighting and power design to join our team. This individual will support Project Managers throughout all phases of project development, from initial proposals and site evaluations through final engineering design and construction documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical building systems, experience preparing construction documents, and the ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist Project Managers with project design and development from proposal through final engineered design.
• Conduct site surveys and gather information needed for electrical design.
• Perform Title 24 energy calculations.
• Develop lighting and power plans, layouts, and construction drawings.
• Prepare electrical panel schedules and load calculations.
• Develop single-line diagrams and electrical system designs.
• Prepare product specifications and supporting design documentation.
• Coordinate electrical designs with architects and structural, civil, and mechanical engineers.
• Organize and prepare construction drawing details.
• Assist with construction administration and respond to project-related questions as they arise.
• Perform quality control reviews of construction documents alongside Project Managers.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in electrical engineering or electrical design, preferably within a consulting engineering environment.
• Knowledge of lighting and power system design for building projects.
• Familiarity with electrical construction documents, panel schedules, load calculations, and single-line diagrams.
• Understanding of Title 24 calculations and applicable building and electrical codes.
• Ability to conduct site surveys and translate existing conditions into design requirements.
• Strong coordination and communication skills when working with architects, engineers, and project managers.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate design documents.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple project assignments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.