Senior Electrical Engineer - PE Required
AMIRI BUILDING ENGINEERING dba 120 DEGREEZ
3 days ago
Full-time
On-site
San Diego, California, United States
$130,000 - $149,000 USD yearly
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Relocation bonus
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
About the Role:
This is an on-site position based in San Diego, California for a licensed Electrical Professional Engineer who wants to lead the engineering and technical execution of complex commercial electrical system designs, mentor developing engineers and designers, coordinate multidisciplinary projects, and contribute to the continued growth of a rapidly expanding MEP engineering firm.
Compensation & Benefits:
Annual Salary Range: $130,000–$149,000, based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated technical expertise.
At 120 Degreez, we invest in our team's long-term success—professionally and personally.
- 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
- 70% employer-paid medical insurance + 100% dental and vision
- $1,500 annual professional development and certification allowance
- Paid Company Holidays + 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + 1 week Paid Sick Leave
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- Clear career advancement pathway from Designer through Principal
- Collaborative, structured, and growth-focused work environment
Who This Role Is For:
- You take ownership of delivering technically excellent engineering solutions
- You enjoy mentoring engineers and designers while continuing to expand your technical leadership
- You have extensive experience designing U.S.-based commercial electrical systems
- You want to grow into future department leadership and Principal-level opportunities
What You'll Do:
- Engineer and oversee power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, low-voltage, and other electrical building systems for commercial projects
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, equipment selections, specifications, and construction documents utilizing Revit and AutoCAD
- Perform electrical load calculations, short circuit and coordination studies (as applicable), lighting calculations, panel schedules, and Title 24 lighting compliance
- Coordinate electrical engineering designs with mechanical, plumbing, architectural, structural, and civil disciplines
- Review project drawings for technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with company QA/QC standards
- Mentor Electrical Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers while supporting technical development across the department
- Participate in client meetings, project coordination meetings, and internal design reviews
- Support Project Managers with technical guidance while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations
- Seal engineering documents in accordance with applicable licensing requirements when appropriate
What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days):
- Fully integrated into project teams and company workflows
- Leading engineering efforts on multiple commercial projects with minimal supervision
- Providing technical mentorship and engineering guidance across project teams
- Building strong client and internal relationships while consistently delivering high-quality engineering solutions
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (California preferred)
- 10+ years of U.S.-based commercial electrical engineering experience
- Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Visual Lighting, AGi32, SKM PowerTools, ETAP, EasyPower, or other industry-standard electrical engineering software
- Experience preparing engineering calculations, equipment selections, specifications, and construction documents for commercial MEP projects
- Thorough understanding of the California Electrical Code (CEC), California Building Code (CBC), California Energy Code (Title 24), NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, and applicable industry codes
- Experience performing electrical load calculations, power distribution design, lighting design, panel schedules, equipment sizing, and multidisciplinary coordination
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and designers
- Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Work Authorization:
We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.
Who Should NOT Apply:
- Candidates without an active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Candidates without U.S.-based commercial MEP engineering experience
- Candidates requiring current or future visa sponsorship
- Engineers seeking production-only roles without technical leadership responsibilities
- Candidates seeking remote or hybrid positions
Compensation: $130,000.00 - $149,000.00 per year
We challenge our team members to combine creativity and strategic thinking; it's the winning combination for exceptional outcomes. With a collective spirit, our team dives deeper and pursues exciting, forward-thinking solutions. At 120 Degreez, we believe that every design deserves a personal touch.
At 120 Degreez Engineering, we believe in that strategy, accuracy, and creativity are the bedrock of innovative design. We combine advanced building science, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements. Together, our firm assists our clients in achieving success by engineering high-performance projects.