Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Ardurra Group, Inc. • $110K — $150K *
El Segundo, CA 90245In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from accredited institution.
  • California PE license in Electrical Engineering or Control Systems (or ability to obtain within one year).
  • 5+ years of experience in electrical and I&C design for municipal water/wastewater systems.
  • Strong knowledge of low-voltage power systems and electrical codes (NFPA, IEEE).
  • Experienced in power distribution, lighting, grounding, and PLC control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical power distribution and I&C systems for water/wastewater facilities.
  • Develop detailed electrical design drawings and specifications.
  • Perform power system studies using ETAP or SKM software.
  • Design and specify process instrumentation and support control logic development.
  • Produce construction contract drawings and specifications for bid packages.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders throughout project life cycle.
  • Specify service upgrades in compliance with utility standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to engage with a team experienced in major regional and national water resource projects.
  • Supportive work environment promoting collaboration.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities within the company.
Full Job Description
Ardurra is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater to join our team ideally in Irvine, CA., but could be based out of any of our California offices.

Primary Function:

Support the planning, design, and implementation of electrical and control systems for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with deep expertise in power distribution and control systems design, and process instrumentation and controls design. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound and innovative solutions that serve public agencies and communities throughout California.

Primary Duties:
  • Design of electrical power distribution system and I&C systems design for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and distribution systems.
  • Develop electrical design drawings and specifications, including single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel layouts/schedules, cable/conduit sizing, grounding system design, indoor/outdoor lighting designs, conduit/cable schedules, protective relaying and metering, UPS and power conditioning systems, service-entrance switchgear/switchboard and MCC design, lightning and surge protection systems, motors and motor controls, and heat tracing design.
  • Perform power system studies including load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash analysis, and harmonic studies, using ETAP or SKM.
  • Design and specify I&C systems pertaining to process instrumentation (flow, pressure, level, analytical, etc.) and support process control logic development and system integration, and develop P&IDs, I/O list, loop wiring diagrams, telemetry design and communication/network system architecture.
  • Produce detailed construction contract drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for bid and permit packages.
  • Coordinate with internal engineering teams, integrators, contractors, clients, and regulatory agencies throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Design and specify new/existing service upgrades required for projects in hand within accordance with receptive utility standards (i.e. SCE, PG&E, SDG&E)

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university or college.
  • California Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering or Control Systems (or ability to obtain within one year).
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical and I&C design for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of low-voltage power systems, motor control, VFDs, MCCs, stand-by generators and various types of transfer switches, and electrical codes and standards (NFPA70-NEC, NFPA 820, NFPA 70E, IEEE).
  • Proven experience with power distribution, lighting, grounding, and PLC controls systems design.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and design/analysis software (ETAP, SKM).
  • Familiarity with I&C specifications and process instrumentation in water/wastewater environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and demonstrated ability to manage schedules and budgets.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $$110,000 - $150,000. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits, and most importantly, an opportunity for engagement and support from an engineering team that has led major regional & national water resource projects California.

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