Senior Electrical Engineer (10+ Years)

Coffman Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

401k matching

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Coffman Engineers in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of experience to join a multi-discipline team. You will design electrical systems, perform load calculations, and coordinate with civil, mechanical, and other engineers on varied projects.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive compensation ($130k–$180k base), discretionary year-end bonus, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Power engineering or related field.
• PE license in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design.
• Experience with AutoCAD/REVIT.
• Knowledge of Title-24 Part 6 California Energy Conservation Code.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents including drawings, power system studies and specifications.
• Oversee designs for medium and low voltage systems and lighting layouts.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors and other disciplines; respond to RFIs and AHJ comments.
• Conduct site visits and maintain QA/QC through design and construction phases.
• Lead meetings with clients and internal teams; present design approaches to authorities.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Verbal and written communication

Knowledge of Title-24

Project coordination

Education

BS in Electrical Power engineering or related field

PE license in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 24 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description

Coffman Engineers is seeking an Senior Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of experience who is passionate about their craft, wants to work on a high-functioning team, and looking for an environment that promotes professional growth. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, have a desire to work and grow with a multi-discipline engineering team, and be willing to have fun.

You would be providing our clients with electrical systems design including power, lighting, load calculations, and coordination with other disciplines. May plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of professional work as part of a major project or for a total project of moderate scope. May supervise or coordinate the work of other professionals who assist in specific assignments.

Compensation and Benefits

• Approximate Base Salary – $130,000 – $180,000 annually. Based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate.
• Competitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance.
• Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change).
• 401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution.

This position is not eligible for Sponsorship.

Duties

• Perform complete construction documents to include drawings, power system studies and specification documentation.
• Perform and oversee execution of designs including medium and low voltage AC, DC, single line diagrams, electrical plans and equipment layout.
• Perform and oversee execution of lighting design both interior and exterior, calculate foot-candle to ensure lighting design meets IESNA requirements.
• Participate in meetings with internal and external customers and provide engineering support through design and construction phases including but not limited to reviewing/ approving shop drawings submittals, responding to RFI’s, and addressing AHJ comments.
• Knowledge of Title-24 Part 6 California Energy Conservation Code.
• Review deliverables and follow QA/QC process through design and construction phases.
• Perform site visits and communicate with architects, contractors, and consulting teams.
• Participate in and lead internal team meetings and external client meetings.
• Present design approaches to authorities having jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with multiple teams across multiple offices in a multi-discipline environment.
• Work independently and supervise the efforts of a small team.
• Participate in multiple projects simultaneously and profitably.
• Maintain a working relationship with clients.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Power engineering or related field.
• PE license in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design.
• Experience with AutoCAD/REVIT.
• Knowledge of Title-24 Part 6 California Energy Conservation Code.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with California building codes and California AHJs and Utilities.
• Experience with Healthcare including OSHPD/HCAI.
• Experience with Data Centers.
• Experience with multi-family, commercial, institutional, and higher education projects.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage System.
• Experience with SKM and/or ETAP programs.
• Experience with PVsyst software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe/Bluebeam software.
• Project Management experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management, supervisory, and people skills.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Perform project management duties for various MEP design projects.
• Prepare design tasks assigned by department manager.
• Perform complete construction documents, including drawings, power system studies, and specifications.
• Perform and supervise the execution of designs, including medium and low voltage AC, DC, single line diagrams, electrical plans, and equipment layout.
• Perform and supervise the execution of both interior and exterior lighting design and calculate footcandle to ensure lighting design meets IESNA requirements.
• Participate in meetings with clients and provide engineering support through design and construction phases including responding to AHJ comments, shop drawing review, and responding to RFI’s.
• Review of deliverables, including QA/QC through design and construction.
• Attend site visits as necessary.
• Serve as a technical resource to internal staff.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment (or demonstrate ability to develop such abilities).
• Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities (or demonstrate ability to develop such abilities).
• Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.

Additional Information

Why You Want To Work Here

Coffman truly focuses on its employees. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package (including eligibility for annual discretionary bonuses), a desirable location, and a professional office environment with the opportunity to work with a collaborative team.

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http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm

Coffman At A Glance

• 47 years in business.
• 900+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 24 locations.
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management.
• 70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014.
• #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022.
• #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021.
• #161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023.

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.