Facilities Electrical Engineer

Columbus Technologies and Services; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Technologies and Services seeks an Electrical Engineer to join the NASA JPL Pasadena project on a 14-month contract, onsite. Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities include reviewing electrical designs for code compliance, performing QA/QC, coordinating with architectural and other systems, and producing technical documentation. The role requires 6+ years of related experience or advanced degrees as listed, and proficiency with Bluebeam and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of related experience; or a Master's with 4+ years; or a PhD with 2+ years.
• QA/QC experience and design review of building or facilities projects.
• Knowledge of electrical building systems, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment.
• Experience with high-voltage systems and controls equipment.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam; working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical design drawings, calculations, and specifications for code compliance and design intent.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Evaluate electrical load calculations, short-circuit studies, and single-line diagrams.
• Provide clear QA/QC comments and feedback using Bluebeam.
• Review resubmittals and verify incorporation of corrections.
• Develop and maintain QA/QC review standards, checklists, and procedures.
• Participate in technical meetings and design reviews; advise on code interpretation.
• Identify non-conforming work, safety risks, and support their resolution.
• Maintain records of reviews, approvals, and QA/QC documentation.
• Prepare activity summaries and status/progress reports.
• Support continuous improvement of design quality across facilities projects.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Reading drawings

Electrical building systems

Bluebeam proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in related discipline

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident


Offer contingent on ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen


14 month contract position


W2 with full benefits Customer and contract specific training will be required and provided.


Driving Required


Location: NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, CA (onsite)

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review electrical design drawings, calculations, and specifications for:
  • Compliance with the California Electrical Code (CEC), and applicable building and energy codes.
  • Adherence to the Facilities Design Standards and accepted engineering practices.
  • Coordination with architectural, structural, mechanical, and other building systems.
  • Constructability, clarity, completeness, and long-term maintainability.
• Review and evaluate:
  • Electrical load calculations, short-circuit and coordination studies, and single-line diagrams.
  • Grounding and bonding systems, lighting and lighting control systems, and power distribution systems.
• Provide clear, concise, and actionable written QA/QC comments and technical feedback to designers and consultants using Bluebeam.
• Review resubmittals and verify incorporation of required corrections.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of QA/QC review standards, checklists, and procedures.
• Participate in technical meetings and internal design reviews; provide guidance on code interpretation and design issues.
• Identify non-conforming work, potential safety risks, and design deficiencies, and support their resolution.
• Maintain accurate records of reviews, approvals, and QA/QC documentation.
• Prepare activity summaries and status/progress reports.
• Support continuous improvement of design quality, consistency, and compliance across facilities projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with minimum of 6 years of related experience; or a Master's degree in similar discipline with a minimum of 4 years of related experience, or a PhD in similar disciplines with a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Must have QA/QC experience and design review of moderately complex building or facilities projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical building systems, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate construction drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with efficiency and sound professional judgment.
• Experience with high-voltage systems, electrical controls equipment, and controls interfaces.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam; working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Professional engineering license or progress toward licensure.
• Working knowledge of LEED principles and building commissioning practices.