Electrical Engineer - Power Systems for Ports & Waterfront

Moffatt & Nichol; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a specialty in power systems to join the MEI team in San Diego or Long Beach. You will design electrical systems for ports, marinas, shipyards, and municipal projects, collaborating with an international MEI team. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, CA P.E.

licensure (or reciprocity within 18 months), and 6–10+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit and power system tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• P.E. licensure in California or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 18 months of hire required.
• 6–10+ years of related experience in medium/low voltage power distribution, grounding, communications, and electrical equipment design.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit required; proficiency with ETAP/EasyPower and AGI32 preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; TWIC credential may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical designs to support firm-wide projects with Project Managers and teammates.
• Provide design calculations, drawings, and specifications for MV/LV power distribution, grounding, and communications.
• Prepare electrical equipment design details including switchboards and switchgear.
• Perform selective coordination and arc flash studies.
• Assist with multidiscipline project designs and scope evaluations.
• Travel to sites or meet with clients/sub-consultants/utilities to verify conditions and requirements.
• Contribute to Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes; communicate with clients and team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in CA or reciprocity within 18 months

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

ETAP

EasyPower

AGI32

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a specialty in power systems to join the MEI team in San Diego or Long Beach. You will design electrical systems for ports, marinas, shipyards, and municipal projects, collaborating with an international MEI team. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, CA P.E.

licensure (or reciprocity within 18 months), and 6–10+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit and power system tools is preferred.