Lead Electrical Designer – Power, Lighting & Codes

Synectics Inc.; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in California seeks an Electrical Engineer III to lead electrical design on small to mid-sized projects and own major discipline packages on larger, complex ventures.

You will mentor junior staff, coordinate multi-disciplinary design, and support construction administration through close collaboration with contractors and field teams. The role covers power distribution, lighting and controls, fire alarm, energy code compliance, and QA/QC across divisions; client interfaces ensure

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented with meticulous design review.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design on small to mid-sized projects.
• Coordinate with utilities and manage site layouts.
• Prepare and review calculations (load, voltage drop, short-circuit).
• Develop panel schedules and equipment room layouts.
• Mentor Engineer I/II and drafters.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

PE licensure preferred

EIT required if not licensed

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Job description

Synectics Inc. in California seeks an Electrical Engineer III to lead electrical design on small to mid-sized projects and own major discipline packages on larger, complex ventures.

You will mentor junior staff, coordinate multi-disciplinary design, and support construction administration through close collaboration with contractors and field teams. The role covers power distribution, lighting and controls, fire alarm, energy code compliance, and QA/QC across divisions; client interfaces ensure