Electrical Design Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-08
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
P2S|CMTA stands as a provider of professional engineering services to a broad range of markets, including higher education, healthcare, ports/harbors, industrial, entertainment, commercial, laboratories, municipal, and federal sectors. Our specialties include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology integration. Our offered services range from engineering and commissioning to construction management. With over 300 dedicated employees, P2S|CMTA is an internationally recognized leader in many of the key markets we serve.
We provide a blend of innovation and technical excellence in delivering green solutions that enhance and sustain the built, natural, and social environments. Currently, we have offices in Long Beach, Seattle, Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Jose.
Experience: 2-5 years
Employment Type: Full-time
Hybrid
Schedule:
3 days in-office / 2 remote
Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000 (dependent on experience). This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.
Location: San Diego Office
We're seeking a talented Electrical Design Engineer to support our San Diego, CA location. If you're passionate about sustainable design, technical excellence, and leading impactful projects, we'd love to hear from you.
General Responsibilities Pre-Design Engineering- Perform field surveys for the design of electrical systems, gather information, and prepare site assessment report
- Prepare electrical schematic designs
- Design power single line and riser diagrams
- Perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM
- Lighting fixtures and power equipment selection
- Perform lighting and power circuiting
- Design and coordinate the lighting control system
- Prepare fire alarm device layout based on International Fire Code and NFPA 72
- Design fire alarm riser diagrams, calculations, and sequence of operations
- Prepare enlarged plans, elevations, schedules, and details
- Understand and utilize CAD/BIM standards
- Have a working knowledge of National Electrical Code and Energy Standards to design medium voltage and low voltage electrical systems
- Coordination among different disciplines, such as mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and architectural. Work in close contact with the entire design team
- Review and respond to RFI’s.
- Review equipment submittals.
- Perform punch walks and prepare punch list report.
- Support electrical design projects with a focus on lighting systems.
- Collaborate with project teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
- Assist with lighting circuiting and lighting controls design.
- Utilize AutoCAD and Revit MEP for design documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (required).
- 2-5 years of experience in electrical design.
- Experience with lighting design preferred.
- Familiarity with Title 24 compliance is a plus.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (required).
- AGi software experience is a plus.
- EIT license is a plus.
- Association with IES/IEEE is a plus.
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What sets P2S|CMTA apart?For 15 years in a row, P2S|CMTA has been regarded as a "Best Place to Work" by our employees. Why? Because we value satisfied employees just as much as satisfied clients. With competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, paid training/professional memberships, and more.
- we aim to attract the best talent and keep them here
Learn more about what it means to work at P2S|CMTA:
P2S|CMTA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an…
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