Electrical & Control Systems Designer

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SPEC Services, Inc. is a premier firm in Electrical and Control Systems engineering and is seeking a self‑motivated and energetic applicant for the Electrical & Control Systems Designer position in Southern California. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$20.00/hr - $37.00/hr

In this position, you will apply your knowledge of the principles of electrical & control systems design to:

• Support a project Electrical & Control Systems Design Lead in developing industrial construction drawings, including single line diagrams, area classification diagrams, grounding, lighting, conduit/cable tray, schematics and wiring diagrams, cable/conduit schedules, installation details, PLC panel layout and I/O schematics, loop diagrams and control system architecture.
• Work in a team environment with electrical engineers and other disciplines (e.g., project management, piping, mechanical, civil, structural) to develop solutions to clients’ multi‑disciplined project needs.
• Perform site visits to gather field data and verify existing facilities and project requirements.
• Use software tools to perform design calculations such as cable tray sizing, conduit sizing, duct bank sizing, voltage drops, etc.
• Develop construction drawings and material requirements.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects with various due dates; attend coordination and status meetings.
• Develop and maintain good professional relationships with clients.
• Support an Electrical & Control Systems Design Lead on large and complex projects.
• Attend island and on‑site coordination and status meetings.

Flexible 9/80 work schedule with a hybrid work location, supporting the Fountain Valley office.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Desire and ability to learn new skills and assume greater responsibilities.
• Proficiency with additional 3D design software, including Civil 3D, Plant 3D and AVEVA E3D is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Micro Station is preferred.
• Working experience with electrical construction is preferred.
• General knowledge of the use of concrete and structural steel in the design of structures.
• Knowledge of seismic and wind design provisions in the IBC/CBC, ASCE 7, AISC and ACI codes.
• Ability to visit local project sites for data gathering and inspections with occasional travel to farther locations.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• 2+ years of experience in industrial electrical and/or control system design.
• Energy infrastructure experience is preferred.
• Engineering consulting experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with NEC and API 500 is preferred.
• Formal training in electrical and control system design is preferred. Trade school or associate’s degree or equivalent experience.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Utilities