Electrical Engineer II
Building Systems Design | MEP Consulting Orange County, CA | Full-Time | Hybrid Potential
Design the Systems That Power Exceptional Buildings
Are you an Electrical Engineer who enjoys hands-on design work, solving complex technical challenges, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative buildings to life? We are seeking a talented Electrical Engineer II to join an award-winning architecture, engineering, and planning firm known for delivering thoughtful, sustainable, and technically sophisticated projects across healthcare, education, civic, commercial, infrastructure, and public-sector markets.
With decades of experience shaping communities throughout California and beyond, this multidisciplinary design practice is recognized for its collaborative culture, client-focused approach, and commitment to technical excellence. Employees enjoy the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, contribute across disciplines, and grow their careers within a supportive and innovative environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer with MEP consulting experience who is ready to take ownership of design responsibilities while working alongside experienced engineering and architecture professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects.
Position Overview
As an Electrical Engineer II, you will support the design and delivery of electrical systems for complex building projects, collaborating with architects, engineers, and project teams throughout all phases of design and construction. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer who can independently execute core design tasks while contributing to larger project efforts and continuing to develop technical expertise in advanced building systems.
What You'll DoElectrical Design
Design electrical systems for a variety of building and infrastructure projects
Develop solutions for:
Power distribution systems
Lighting systems and lighting controls
Low-voltage systems
Building support infrastructure
Perform electrical engineering calculations and analyses
Complete load calculations and equipment sizing
Develop panel schedules and one-line diagrams
Prepare construction documents, technical specifications, and design packages
Project Coordination
Collaborate closely with architects and multidisciplinary engineering teams
Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines
Participate in project meetings and design reviews
Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and schedule commitments
Construction Support
Assist with construction administration activities
Review contractor submittals and RFIs
Participate in field coordination and project site visits as needed
Support successful implementation of engineered designs during construction
Professional Development
Gain exposure to more advanced electrical infrastructure systems, including:
Medium-voltage systems
Emergency power systems
Generators
Transformers
Switchgear
Work alongside experienced senior engineers and technical leaders
Expand expertise through increasingly complex project responsibilities
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
4-8 years of experience preferred, with 5-10 years being ideal
Experience within an MEP consulting, AEC, or building systems engineering environment
Strong background in building electrical systems design
Experience producing complete electrical construction documents and design packages
Knowledge of:
Power distribution systems
Electrical calculations
Equipment sizing and coordination
Proficiency with AutoCAD
Ability to independently execute electrical design tasks with minimal oversight
Strong organizational skills and ability to support multiple concurrent projects
Preferred Qualifications
Revit production experience or working proficiency
Experience supporting Federal, DoD, municipal, or public-sector projects
background in healthcare, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, higher education, or other complex facility @types
Experience with:
Medium-voltage power systems
Generator systems
Utility coordination
Power distribution design
Understanding of multidisciplinary project delivery within a consulting environment
Technical Skills
Electrical Design
Power Distribution Systems
Lighting Design
Low-Voltage Systems
Building Systems Engineering
Electrical Calculations
One-Line Diagrams
Panel Schedules
Construction Documentation
AutoCAD
Revit
MEP Consulting
Engineering Coordination
Why Join This Team?
Work on impactful projects that serve communities throughout California and beyond
Collaborate with architects, engineers, planners, and designers in an integrated design environment
Gain exposure to complex and technically challenging facilities
Learn from experienced industry leaders and subject matter experts
Enjoy a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth
Expand your technical expertise through diverse project opportunities
Build a long-term career with a respected and growing multidisciplinary design firm
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a collaborative and technically driven Electrical Engineer who enjoys the design process, takes pride in producing high-quality work, and thrives in a team-oriented consulting environment. They bring strong building systems experience, sound engineering judgment, and a desire to grow professionally while contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects.
If you're looking for an opportunity to advance your electrical engineering career while working on exciting building projects with a highly respected design team, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $67.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
