Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy/Solar

Kimley-Horn; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Time off and flexible scheduling

Student loan matching in 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kimley-Horn’s Orange office is seeking an Electrical Engineer or Analyst with 2+ years of experience to join our Renewable Energy team. This on-site role offers the chance to design electrical systems for solar, storage, and EV charging across multiple projects.

You’ll work on cost estimates, specifications, and reports while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. A strong NEC/NFPA knowledge base and CAD/BIM skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years design experience in electrical engineering (building electrical, Solar PV design, and/or EV charging).
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degrees a plus.
• EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months required.
• Proficiency with NEC, NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems including solar, battery storage, EV charging and building electrical.
• Perform work on projects such as photometrics, lighting, power distribution, EV charging, and more.
• Participate on project teams in an active production role and with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent/Team work

Fast-paced environment

Power systems understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

SKM/ETAP

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Orange office is seeking an Electrical Engineer or Analyst with 2+ years of experience to join their Renewable Energy team. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical systems including solar, battery storage, electric vehicle charging and building electrical


• Perform work on a wide variety of projects, such as photometrics and lighting, power distribution, EV charging, and more


• Participate on project teams in an active production role


• Participate in project meetings internally and externally with clients


• Preparation of project specifications


• Preparation of electrical construction cost estimates


• Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines


• Coordination and verification of as-built drawings


• Perform quality work that promotes client retention


• Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, equipment selection, solar system sizing, and power analyses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design experience in electrical engineering specifically in any of the following: building electrical, Solar PV design, and/or electric vehicle charging


• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (advanced degrees are a plus)


• EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months required


• Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes


• Understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes


• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)


• Building Information Modeling (BIM – Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus


• Power Analyses (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, device coordination) in SKM or ETAP


• Electrical power, lighting, and fire alarm design experience


• Superior verbal and written communication skills


• The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively - The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment

Salary Range

$105,000 to $125,000

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.


• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.


• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.


• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.


• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.


• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.