Electrical Engineer

SummitHR; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Los Angeles is looking for an experienced electrical engineer to work on sustainability projects. Responsibilities include applying sustainable principles, supporting energy planning, and performing engineering analysis. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, over 10 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of California Energy Codes. The role offers opportunities to be involved in all phases of project life, including design and construction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional electrical engineering experience focusing on power systems design.
• Strong knowledge of Title 24, NEC, and Cal Green Code.
• At least 2 years of experience in Educational Facility Construction.

Responsibilities

• Apply Sustainable Building Principles to complex systems.
• Support energy master planning and carbon reduction.
• Assist with electrical engineering analysis for designs.

Skills

Sustainable Building Principles

Energy master planning

Knowledge of California Energy Codes

Electrical engineering analysis

Integration of LED lighting systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

This position is bond-eligible and is strictly limited to work associated with construction, modernization, and sustainability projects. Duties performed under this position shall not include routine maintenance, repair, or operational tasks that fall within the responsibilities of facilities Maintenance. The scope of this role is exclusively tied to bond-eligible activities such as planning, design, construction, commissioning, and related project management functions.

Duties Include:

• Apply knowledge of Sustainable Building Principles and Standards to assist with complex systems level issues
• Support energy master planning, carbon reduction, grid resiliency, and electrification
• Apply knowledge of energy and environmental sustainability approaches, such as LEED credits, and its related impacts to operational efficiency.
• Understand Title 24 and ASHRAE
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams in conjunction with Project Managers, to meet project requirements and timelines.
• Assist teams with technical issues that require second opinions e.g. peer review of Request for Clarifications (RFCs), Change Orders, etc.
• Travel to and from project sites upon request of attending project and construction
• Involvement in all parts of the project life cycle, to include master planning, design, construction, and closeout.
• Perform electrical engineering analysis and technical reports supporting design
• Ensure integration of LED lighting systems, PV, BESS, EV charging, microgrids, and smart (incomplete)

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of professional electrical engineering experience and consulting, with a focus on power systems design for facilities infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of California Energy Codes, Title 24 Energy Code, National Electrical Code (NEC), California Code of Regulations Part 11 (Cal Green Code) and applicable electrical engineering
• 2 years' experience in Educational Facility Construction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and/or certification in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS).
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Electrical Engineering from a State Board in the U.S.
• Minimum 2 years of DSA experience and/or similar jurisdiction.