Electrical Designer

Job Summary

The Electrical Designer supports consulting engineering building projects by producing complete electrical power distribution and lighting designs, performing calculations (load, short circuit, voltage drop), and preparing drawings and specifications in AutoCAD and Revit. This role applies NEC/NFPA 70 and California code requirements, coordinates with project teams and contractors, and completes occasional site visits while managing work independently and communicating clearly.

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant electrical design experience (required).

• Knowledge in NEC and NFPA 70 guidelines.

• Knowledge of California code requirements and energy standards.

• Lighting photometric calculations, including egress lighting requirements and modeling utilizing well known software packages.

• Proficiency in Energy Pro or a thorough knowledge of California Title 24 requirements.

• Specifications editing.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

• Functional knowledge in Revit.

• Proficiency in MS Office products (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, etc.).

• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Eager to learn and develop as a professional.

• Strong organizational skills.

Location

Vista, CA (Hybrid, first three months in office)

Travel

Up to 10% (mostly locally, if any)

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly range for this position is $32-37/hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Salas O’Brien health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Team members have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.

Salas O’Brien has both U.S. and Canadian (PTO) plans for full-time salaried, exempt and non-team members, 10 paid holidays, and paid leave programs for military service and new parents. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.