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Job Summary 

This position involves the design of electrical power distribution, motor control, lighting, and grounding systems projects of various size, complexity, and criticality. Primarily for water/wastewater and municipal facilities. The candidate will have a broad range of responsibilities, which include interacting with clients and leading electrical projects in collaboration with other engineering professionals across enterprise in a hybrid or remote mode, participating in new business development activities.

In this role, your primary design delivery responsibilities will include conceptual and detailed design development on projects involving low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, selection of equipment and technical specifications preparation, field investigations, development of contract drawings using 2D and 3D design approaches, and support of projects during construction, both in the office and in the field.

This position offers the potential to collaborate with seasoned local and national teams and the opportunity for significant professional growth.

Responsibilities 

• Design low-voltage (typically up to 480V) and medium-voltage (typically up to 15kV) electrical power distribution systems including switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, distribution panels, and transformers. 

• Oversee the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems. 

• Coordinate the design of lighting systems. 

• Coordinate with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines. 

• Prepare construction specifications for electrical equipment and systems. 

• Perform engineering services during construction including submittal review and responding to requests for information (RFIs). 

• Carry out short circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies. 

• Plan and track electrical scope, schedule, and budget at the project level. 

• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

Mentorship  

• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.  

Skills and Competencies 

• Competency in electrical power distribution systems design. 

• Expertise in motor control systems design. 

• Proficiency in the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems. 

• Excellent skills in coordinating with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines. 

Experience 

• Typically, a minimum of 5 years related work experience in Electrical Engineering or related field. 
• Has achieved or is working towards achieving professional license. 

Education  

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience is required. 

Preferred Experience  

• BS in Electrical Engineering. 
• Professional registration in California, , Nevada, and/or Arizona. 
• Minimum of 8years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer working for government, municipal, and/or industrial water and wastewater industries. 
• Experience in electrical power systems design and specifications including service entrance, feeder and branch circuits, lighting, grounding, power distribution, and standby power equipment, 
• Solid knowledge in the application of the National Electrical Code. 
• Solid knowledge and understanding of electricalsafety including,NFPA 70E and NFPA 820. 
• Experience in short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies and calculationsutilizing SKM or ETAP. 
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD 
• Able to multi-task, be enthusiastic, be self-motivated, and work independently with a willingness to learn. 
• Self-starter, results-oriented, takes ownership of their work, and is able to work under tight deadlines and budgets. 
• Ability to attend client meetings and site visits for the design and construction of Northern California projects. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills. 

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.   

Location A: $95,000 - $129,000
Location B: $104,000 - $142,000
Location C: $114,000 - $155,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.  

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits. 

About Brown and Caldwell   

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com 

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.  

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.   

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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