Electrical Design Engineer

CMTA, Inc.

Posted 4 Nov 2026

CMTA | P2S – Electrical Design Engineer
Job Description:CMTA | P2S, a Legence company, is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer with 3 or more years of experience in Consulting Engineering This candidate must have a strong and innovative technical background in Electrical Engineering Design This position will work with a team of engineers and other consultants/design team members to design the electrical aspects of energy efficient buildings for various clients as well as complex infrastructure projects The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping our team and clients be successful
As an Electrical Engineer, you will maintain knowledge of electrical codes, standards and manufacturer product information, and ensure your designs comply with all required codes and standards
Office Location:The position is based in three Northern California locations (Lafayette and San Jose offices, and the Sacramento area)
Work Schedule: Hybrid — 3 days in-office, 2 days remote
Salary:$90,000 - 150,000 (dependent on experience). This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.
Required Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in electrical engineering design, including MEP design

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

FE Registration required at minimum

Experience with Revit/AutoCAD

Experience in conceptual and detailed design for new-construction and TI projects is required
Experience with electrical calculations is required
Must have a thorough knowledge of electrical engineering design and corresponding terminology
Good interpersonal communication, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work
Valid driver's license
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Preferred Qualifications:

PE Registration preferred
LEED Accreditation preferred but not specifically required
Healthcare design experience, including HCAi (formerly OSHPD) projects, is a plus
Experience in Educational Institutions (K-12 and higher education)
Experience in fire alarm and low voltage engineering is a plus

Electrical Engineering Duties & Responsibilities:

Work closely with clients and other design team members to develop electrical system designs, perform electrical engineering calculations, and select appropriate electrical equipment and systems

Serve as a key contributor (or lead, when assigned) on project teams
Prepare technical documentation, including electrical drawings, calculations and specification sections
Review and produce engineering design drawings to code requirements and CMTA | P2S quality standards

Review contractor submittals and respond to RFIs on electrical equipment and distribution systems to confirm conformance with the contract documents
Responsible for performing quality assurance reviews on projects
Provide construction administration support, including site visits and field observation reports
Field verify site conditions as required
Attend jobsite meetings as needed
Other duties or projects as required or assigned

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