Senior Electrical Engineer, Building Design Lead

Stantec

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 103,000 - 149,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec's Buildings team in California seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead discipline delivery, mentor teams, and deliver technically excellent projects for building occupants. You will balance hands-on design with client support, regulatory compliance, and technical stewardship, applying sustainable design practices across Southern California.

The role emphasizes lead electrical design for power, lighting, and fire alarm systems, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and ongoing

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
PE license in Electrical Engineering required.
6+ years of electrical design experience.
Experience with Lean/IPD, Design‑Build, or Design‑Assist is a plus.
Familiarity with Healthcare, Higher Education, DSA or similar sector clients is valued.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design for building facilities including power, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
Mentor junior staff and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
Ensure compliance with California Electrical Code and CALGreen.
Develop electrical models and drawings using Revit and BIM workflows.
Review calculations, drawings, and specifications for quality and constructability.
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies to support design integration.