Building Talent | AEC Talent Agency · 3 months ago
Electrical Engineer — Power, Lighting & Building Systems Design
San Jose, CA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expBuilding Talent is a full-service engineering firm seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead power and lighting system design across various building types. The role involves designing electrical systems, performing calculations, and coordinating with other engineering disciplines while mentoring junior team members.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop electrical systems: equipment selection, layout, specification, and construction documents
Perform electrical load calculations and engineering studies
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless project integration
Manage project milestones and design quality, while mentoring junior team members
Lead or support small project teams within the electrical division
Prepare and present internal “lunch-and-learn” sessions
Stay current with applicable codes (e.g., NEC) and industry standards
Contribute to a collaborative design culture that values practical solutions and real-world insight
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience with electrical systems design in an engineering consulting environment
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Proven ability to lead small teams and manage design scopes
Preferred
PE license preferred (or in progress)
Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, and NCEES registration
A grounded, practical approach to design — field experience and buildability mindset a plus
Benefits
Competitive salary with bonus/commission potential tied to performance
Work in a firm that actively supports your licensure and long-term development
Company
Building Talent | AEC Talent Agency
We’re a boutique recruiting team focused exclusively on the AEC industry.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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