Mid Level Electrical Engineer (Power)

Carollo Engineers; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Carollo Engineers is seeking an Electrical Engineer for detailed power systems design at water and wastewater facilities. You will work under a Senior Engineer to deliver reliable power infrastructure and precise specifications.

Ideal candidates have 6–12 years in electrical engineering, PE registration, and a BS in Electrical Engineering, plus knowledge of NEC/NFPA and field start-up experience. Proficiency in Word/Excel and client interaction is essential.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 years experience working in Electrical Engineering.
• PE registration required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Familiarity with power system applications, including calculation of available short circuit current, voltage drop, harmonic distortion, and power factor.
• Field investigative and start-up experience.
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA 820 and NESC.
• Familiarity with the IEEE color book series.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Highly motivated, articulate, and self-starting.
• Have the ability to interact positively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed electrical power systems design for water and wastewater treatment facilities with minimum supervision by a Senior Level Electrical Engineer.
• Perform load calculations, detailed conduit routing, motor control center and switchgear design, and specification generation.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Communication skills

Client interaction

Self-starting

MS Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PE registration

Tools

Power system calculations

Conduit routing

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed electrical power systems design for water and wastewater treatment facilities with minimum supervision by a Senior Level Electrical Engineer

• Perform load calculations, detailed conduit routing, motor control center and switchgear design, and specification generation

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 years experience working in Electrical Engineering

• PE registration required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• Familiarity with power system applications, including calculation of available short circuit current, voltage drop, harmonic distortion, and power factor

• Field investigative and start-up experience

• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA 820 and NESC

• Familiarity with the IEEE color book series

• Proficient in MS Word and Excel

• Excellent communication skills

• Highly motivated, articulate, and self-starting

• Have the ability to interact positively with clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Compensation Range

$112,000 to $160,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

Job Locations

US-CA-San Diego | US-CA-Costa Mesa

ID

2026-4471

Category

Engineering

Type

Full-time, Regular

EOE including disability/veteran