ELECTRICAL DESIGNER III

Job Description

Job Description

Location: San Diego, California (On-site)

Compensation: $90,000 – $100,000 annually

About the Role:

This role is for a mid-level Electrical Designer who can operate independently, lead coordination, and deliver high-quality designs—not someone still needing heavy oversight.

Who This Role Is For:

• You have solid experience in U.S.-based commercial electrical design
• You are confident working in Revit and producing complete design sets
• You can manage your workload and meet deadlines without constant supervision
• You understand multidisciplinary coordination and can resolve design conflicts
• You want to grow into a Senior Engineer or leadership role

What You’ll Do:

• Design electrical systems for commercial, mixed-use, and institutional projects
• Perform load calculations, service sizing, and circuiting
• Develop power distribution and lighting control systems
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, architectural, and structural teams
• Lead or participate in coordination meetings and resolve design conflicts
• Respond to plan check comments and construction administration (CA) issues
• Review work for quality and mentor junior designers as needed

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days):

• Producing complete and accurate electrical design packages with minimal revisions
• Effectively coordinating with other disciplines and resolving issues proactively
• Demonstrating reliability in deadlines, communication, and design quality
• Contributing to overall team efficiency and project delivery

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• 4–6+ years of MEP electrical design experience
• Strong experience with U.S.-based commercial projects
• Proficiency in Revit and electrical design tools
• Working knowledge of NEC and applicable California codes
• Ability to work on-site in San Diego or relocate prior to start
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing load calculations and short circuit analysis
• Familiarity with Title 24 and energy compliance requirements
• Experience leading coordination meetings
• Ability to mentor junior designers and review work for quality
• Strong communication skills when working with internal teams and clients

Compensation & Benefits:

At 120 Degreez, we invest in our team’s long-term success—professionally and personally.

• 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
• 70% employer-paid medical insurance + 100% dental and vision
• $1,500 annual professional development and certification allowance
• Paid Company Holidays + 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + 1 week Paid Sick Leave
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• Clear career advancement pathway from Designer through Principal
• Collaborative, structured, and growth-focused work environment

Work Authorization:

We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Who Should NOT Apply:

• Candidates with less than 4 years of relevant MEP experience
• Candidates without U.S.-based project experience
• Candidates not proficient in Revit
• Individuals seeking heavily supervised or entry-level roles