Senior Electrical Principal Engineer — Remote-Ready

Cannon Corp.; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Relocation assistance

Excellent benefits package

Team building and positive work env

Job summary

Cannon Corp. in San Luis Obispo seeks an Electrical Principal Engineer to guide electrical engineering solutions across diverse markets. This senior role combines technical leadership, strategic client engagement, and hands‑on project delivery.

The candidate will lead major design efforts, mentor the team, and contribute to business development while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Travel across Central and Southern California is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems emphasis preferred).
• California Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in power systems engineering.
• Low and medium voltage design experience.
• Experience with SKM and/or ETAP electrical modeling and design software.
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA codes; strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites across Central and Southern California.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of electrical designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform and review electrical calculations and studies for LV/MV projects.
• Coordinate with CAD technicians and multidisciplinary teams for construction documents.
• Lead project delivery, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and address risks.
• Mentor junior staff and support business development and client engagement.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License (CA)

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Cannon Corp. in San Luis Obispo seeks an Electrical Principal Engineer to guide electrical engineering solutions across diverse markets. This senior role combines technical leadership, strategic client engagement, and hands‑on project delivery.

The candidate will lead major design efforts, mentor the team, and contribute to business development while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Travel across Central and Southern California is expected.