Electrical Project Engineer

Shimmick

$115K — $145K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of related experience or equivalent education/experience.
  • Experience in heavy civil/electrical construction projects related to Water/Wastewater, Mass Transit, or power generation.
  • Proficient in engineering calculations and studies.
  • Familiarity with electrical power system components such as switchgears, transformers, and panelboards.
  • Experience in installation and testing of electrical systems, including high voltage equipment and grounding.
  • Strong commitment to environmental, safety, and health standards.

Responsibilities

  • Performs specific and moderate portions of broader engineering assignments under an experienced engineer.
  • Gathers and analyzes basic engineering data following established procedures.
  • Completes detailed or routine engineering tasks involving calculations and straightforward tests.
  • Proposes innovative solutions to emerging problems using modifications of established procedures.
  • Identifies and resolves discrepancies in engineering results.
  • Mentors entry-level engineers and provides guidance on projects.
  • Oversees primary design elements for engineering work with minimal supervision.
  • Assists project manager with contract administration, including progress payments and schedule adjustments.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Options for FSA or HSA participation.
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program access.
  • Voluntary benefits including pet insurance and legal protection services.
Full Job Description
Overview

Shimmick, via our electrical division Axia Electric, is seeking a highly talented Electrical Project Engineer based in Orange County, CA.  This challenging position will support active projects in the area while reporting to local project management.

 

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
  • Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
  • Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
  • Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
  • Identifies discrepancies in results.
  • Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
  • Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
  • Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
  • Assist PM in Contract Administration – Prog Payments, schedule, changes.
Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management, or a related field + 6 years of related electrical experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in heavy civil/electrical construction projects related to Water/Wastewater, Mass Transit, power generation.
  • Experience with engineering calculations & studies.
  • Understanding of electrical power system equipment/components such as Switchgears, transformers, panelboards, generators, UPS, etc.
  • Ability to understand P&ID’s, Control Schematics, Electrical single-line drawings, and system (I&C, Fire Alarm, HVAC Control, Security) drawings.
  • Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.
  • Experience in construction and technical inspection of electrical design in areas such as installation and testing of electrical systems, lighting systems, high voltage equipment, grounding, and cable pulling activities.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H). Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Accident safety program. 
  • Must be computer-literate in word processing, CAD, spreadsheets, and database applications.
  • Must be familiar with current industry quality standards.
  • Detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E Codes.
  • Understanding electrical single line diagrams, electrical block diagrams, electrical wiring diagrams, electrical panel schedules, raceway/cable tray plan drawings, and electrical support drawings.
  • Previous experience in Quality Control a plus.
  • Experience using Accubid is helpful doing takeoffs, estimating for new projects and helping with bid process.

 Additional Information:

  • Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
  • This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

The salary range for this position is between $115,000 - $145,000 per year depending on experience and/or education.

 

Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection.

 

These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.

 

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