Senior Electrical Engineer

P2S|CMTA stands as a provider of professional engineering services to a broad range of markets, including higher education, healthcare, ports/harbors, industrial, entertainment, commercial, laboratories, municipal, and federal sectors. Our specialties include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology integration. Our offered services range from engineering and commissioning to construction management. With over 400 dedicated employees on the West Coast, P2S|CMTA is an internationally recognized leader in many of the key markets we serve. We provide a blend of innovation and technical excellence in delivering green solutions that enhance and sustain the built, natural, and social environments. Currently, we have offices in Long Beach, Seattle, Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Jose.

Are you an Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of experience looking to grow your career? Join our award-winning team. Recognized as a Best Place to Work for the past 15 years, P2S offers a collaborative, innovative environment where your contributions make a real impact on projects ranging from healthcare and higher education to commercial buildings, ports and harbors, and critical infrastructure.

We have an open position for a senior-level Electrical Engineer, and you could be a great fit. If you meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in office / 2 days remote

• Salary Range: $150,000 - $190,000 +, dependent on experience

• Bonus Eligibility: This role is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

• Level: Senior

• Office Locations: Long Beach, CA or Irvine, CA

About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will support both pre-design and design phases on large projects across a diverse portfolio, including commercial and institutional buildings, healthcare facilities, higher education campuses, ports and harbors, and infrastructure work.

Job Requirements

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 10+ years of relevant experience preferred

• Demonstrated ability to lead electrical design projects

• Demonstrated project management skills

• Experience using AutoCAD and Revit required

• Working knowledge of ETAP and/or SKM for power systems studies preferred; we are happy to support ramp-up for a strong candidate who is less experienced with these specific tools

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• Familiarity with sustainability and energy-efficient design practices, including Title 24 compliance and LEED, BIM coordination workflows, and mission-critical or backup power systems is a plus

Non-Technical Qualifications

• Experience mentoring emerging professionals and guiding them through technical challenges

• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, elevate team performance, and implement sustainable, high-impact solutions

• Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback to foster continuous learning and collaboration

• Prioritizes team goals over personal recognition and consistently builds lasting relationships grounded in trust, accountability, and mutual respect

• Self-motivated, inquisitive, and detail-oriented; comfortable solving complex problems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Strong organizational skills with a focus on reliability and responsiveness

Job Duties

Pre-Design Engineering

• Perform field surveys for the design of electrical systems, gather information, and prepare site assessment reports

• Prepare electrical schematic designs

Design Engineering

• Overseeing power single-line and riser diagrams designs

• Directing electrical calculations, including arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, and load flow, using ETAP/SKM where applicable

• Lead low-voltage and medium-voltage infrastructure design

• Oversee electrical equipment replacement projects, including substations, switchboards, transformers, and panelboards

• Understand and utilize CAD/BIM standards and coordination workflows

• Apply working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24), and CALGreen to design electrical systems

• Coordinate closely with mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines as part of the full design team

Project Management

• Lead projects with a service-first mindset, ensuring client expectations are met through clear communication and technically sound, high-quality deliverables

• Oversee electrical design for medium to large-sized projects while fostering collaboration and empowering emerging professionals

• Mentor junior design engineers by sharing knowledge, encouraging innovation, and reinforcing a culture of continuous learning

• Support the preparation of proposals for complex projects in collaboration with other senior engineers, promoting teamwork and business development

• Uphold P2S standards for documentation and quality, reinforcing accountability and trust throughout the project lifecycle

Construction Administration

• Provide timely, thoughtful responses to RFIs, maintaining a high level of service and client satisfaction throughout construction

• Review submittals with a detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset to ensure engineering intent and code compliance

• Foster collaboration and trust with contractors and field teams by being accessible, clear, and solution-oriented during construction phases

• Participate in punch walks and prepare punch list reports with a focus on delivering excellence and functional completeness

• Uphold accountability and integrity by ensuring final systems reflect design intent and contribute to long-term client success

• Serve as a technical advocate for the client during construction, proactively addressing challenges to maintain design vision and project momentum

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What sets P2S|CMTA apart?

For 15 years in a row, P2S|CMTA has been regarded as a “Best Place to Work” by our employees. Why? Because we value satisfied employees just as much as satisfied clients. With competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, paid training/professional memberships, and more. - we aim to attract the best talent and keep them here

Learn more about what it means to work at P2S|CMTA:

P2S|CMTA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Legence

Legence ( (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.

Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.

Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy-up for additional coverage.

Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)

Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Discount Program: Company-sponsored discount program with savings on multiple lifestyle categories.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer

Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.

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Job Details

Pay Type Salary

Hiring Min Rate 150,000 USD

Hiring Max Rate 190,000 USD