Electrical Engineering Designer

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$60,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Core States Group designs, builds, and manages programs and projects across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Established in 1999, the company offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world’s most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design.

With 23 offices across the United States and Canada, Core States Group is an industry powerhouse that drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Tribal, Zero‑Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

As an Electrical Project Designer supporting our Energy/EPC business unit, you will be responsible for designing and drafting electrical engineering projects under the guidance of Electrical Engineers/Project Managers. You are responsible for the design, coordination, and technical oversight of Level 2/ DCFC electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure projects based in Northern California. This position focuses primarily on electrical design and permitting, with regular field visits for site assessments and coordination with our in‑house construction team.

The role ensures all designs meet code requirements, project specifications, and client standards while maintaining efficiency, safety, and constructability.

70% Design office work – Electrical design, AutoCAD drawings, calculations, and coordination.

30% Field Work – Site walks, construction support, commissioning.

You demonstrate strong communication and enjoy fostering strong relationships. You proactively seek opportunities to improve processes which offer better ideas, thus supporting innovation. You align with business objectives. You want to be part of a strong culture that is built upon respect and teamwork. You are professional, accountable and commit to learning. You align with our Core Values of:
Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Inclusion.

• Develop complete electrical design packages for Level 2 / DCFC EV charging installations, including site layouts, single‑line diagrams, conduit and wiring plans, and load calculations.
• Conduct electrical load analysis and service capacity evaluations to determine utility upgrade requirements.
• Ensure all designs comply with NEC, local building codes, and utility standards.
• Prepare permit‑ready drawings and documentation for AHJ submissions.
• Conduct site walks to verify existing electrical infrastructure, panel capacity, grounding conditions, and charger placement feasibility. Field electrical experience preferred.
• Collect field data, photos, and measurements to support accurate design and layout.
• Coordinate with construction teams during installation to ensure design intent is followed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• 3+ years of experience with EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) design and installation.
• Knowledge of utility service coordination, and utility metering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam for Electrical design and mark‑ups.

This role will report to the Director of Electrical Engineering and work closely with a team of Designers and Engineers.

This is a hybrid role that will sit in our Roseville, CA office.

• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs
• RETIREMENT – We offer a great 401(k) match to help you invest in your future and grow your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO time to help you…