Electrical & Controls System Engineer

Overview Location(s): Arizona, California Practice/Department: Engineering Work Environment: Hybrid/Remote Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 annually Dudek is a 100% employee‑owned firm primarily serving water and wastewater agencies. Position Overview Who You Are As an employee‑owner, you embrace accountability, safety, collaboration, and resourcefulness. You are curious, solution‑oriented, adaptive, and innovative. How You’ll Make an Impact We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer with at least 5 years of experience designing electrical and control systems for water and wastewater facilities, including treatment plants, pump stations, storage, and conveyance systems. You will work on a variety of projects supporting electrical power distribution, instrumentation, and control systems—from concept through design and construction support. This is a hybrid position with monthly travel, tied to our San Diego or Arizona offices. Duties and Responsibilities Design low- to medium-voltage (120 V–15 kV) power distribution systems in compliance with NEC and other codes. Develop electrical drawings and documentation, including single‑line diagrams, power & lighting plans, conduit block diagrams, panel schedules, and schematics. Design electrical systems, including utility service, power distribution, motor controls, standby power systems, lighting, and grounding. Perform electrical load calculations, voltage drop, short‑circuit analysis, and equipment sizing. Design instrumentation and control systems including P&IDs, instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA, and communication networks (fiber, copper, radio). Define and document hazardous areas per NFPA 820 and NEC 500. Edit technical specifications for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. Support construction with shop drawing reviews, RFIs, field inspections, and commissioning. Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams and follow CAD and design standards. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering. 5+ years of experience in electrical and I&C design for water/wastewater facilities. Proficiency with AutoCAD. Advanced knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 820, and relevant codes and standards. EIT certification. Experience designing low‑voltage (120 V–480 V) power systems for water/wastewater facilities in compliance with NEC, under light supervision. Experience developing P&IDs, controls, and comm networks using reference designs and light oversight. Independently review electrical, instrumentation, and controls shop drawings and submittals. Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills. Ability to manage work across multiple projects and meet deadlines. Valid driver’s license and active personal automobile liability insurance by day one of employment. Preferred Qualifications Actively pursuing PE license. Experience designing up to 15 kV systems for water and wastewater facilities. Proficiency in SCADA, motor controls, P&IDs, PLC, and telemetry system design. Experience with SKM software and performing power system studies. Construction observation and commissioning experience. Strong ability to independently create and edit E, I&C technical specifications. Compensation $90,000–120,000 annually *Final agreed‑upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment. Working Conditions This job operates in a remote or office‑based environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. Occasional project site visits, outdoors, may include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following: Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. 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