Quality Assurance Electrical Engineer IV

Jet Propulsion Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 146,328 - 175,032; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Learning opportunities

Flexible schedule

Rideshare

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory seeks a Quality Assurance Electrical Engineer to oversee QA/QC for facilities design and construction, ensuring compliance with NFPA 70 NEC, CEC, and JPL design standards.

The role involves evaluating constructability, maintainability, and long‑term reliability of electrical systems, coordinating with architects and engineers, and guiding design reviews to uphold safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with 9+ years of related experience, or Master’s with 7+ years, or PhD with 5+ years.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical design drawings, calculations, and specifications for NEC/CEC compliance and facility design standards.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and other systems.
• Provide clear QA/QC comments and feedback using Bluebeam.
• Review load calculations, short‑circuit, coordination studies, and single‑line diagrams.
• Identify non‑conforming work and safety risks; support resolution.
• Maintain records of reviews, approvals, and QA/QC documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings; guide code interpretation.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Electrical design review

Code interpretation

Technical documentation

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Facilities and Logistics Operations Division (6400) oversees the physical development, maintenance, and safe operation of JPL’s infrastructure. Within this division, the Facilities Engineering & Construction Section (641) provides planning, design, engineering, and construction services for Facilities Construction Projects. We are seeking a Quality Assurance Electrical Engineer within the Engineering & Design Group, a core professional role in the Standards and Compliance (S&C) sub‑team. The position focuses on technical review and permitting of facilities design and construction activities, ensuring strict adherence to building codes, JPL facilities design standards, and evaluating projects for constructability, maintainability, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical design drawings, calculations, and specifications for:
  • Compliance with the NFPA 70/National Electric Code (NEC), California Electrical Code (CEC), and applicable building and energy codes.
  • Adherence to the JPL 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.
  • Verify compatibility of new electrical systems with existing building infrastructure.
  • 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.
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee commissioning and system acceptance testing to ensure compliance with design intent, performance requirements, and operational readiness.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline with a minimum of 9 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree in a similar discipline with a minimum of 7 years of related experience, or a PhD in a similar discipline with a minimum of 5 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. Proficiency with Bluebeam; working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office applications. Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional registration.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $146,328 - $175,032 (annual, full‑time equivalent) for the Pasadena, California location.

JPL offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellbeing, retirement plans, paid time off, learning opportunities, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave, and more. Benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date. For further benefits information, refer to the Benefits and Perks resources.

Equal Opportunity

JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S. or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.