Electrical Engineer at Shimmick Construction Co., Inc.

Huntington Beach, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

145000.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Administration, Field Inspections, Electrical Systems, Quality Control, National Electrical Code, Electrical Design, Process Controls, Instrumentation, Heavy Civil Construction, Electrical Equipment, Safety Programs, CAD, Estimating, Takeoffs

Industry

Construction

Description

Overview Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Electrical Project Engineer based out of Orange County, CA. This challenging position will provide an excellent growth opportunity while improving the infrastructure of the county. At Shimmick, we are problem solvers. Creative thinkers. Innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble and resilient. We work hard together—and with our clients—to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget and beyond expectations. Axia Electric, LLC Since the early 1990s, Shimmick has been self-performing electrical scopes for infrastructure projects. In 2025 the Electrical Division rebranded to Axia Electric, a subsidiary to Shimmick Construction. Axia offers electrical, instrumentation, and process controls expertise for water and wastewater treatment; dams and locks; mass transit and rail; alternative energy; power generation and transmission; and commercial building projects. Our ability to self-perform this specialty work offers additional value and enables us to better control cost and schedule for projects with major electrical and process mechanical scopes. Our clients include municipalities, water districts, sanitation districts, transit agencies, private developers, DOTs, and USACE. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer. Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures. Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests. Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments. Identifies discrepancies in results. Provides guidance to entry level engineers. Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision. Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works. Assist PM in Contract Administration – Prog Payments, schedule, changes. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management. 4+ years of electrical engineering experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in heavy civil construction projects related to Water/Wastewater, Mass Transit, power generation. Experience with engineering calculations & studies. Understanding of electrical power system equipment/components such as Switchgears, transformers, panelboards, generators, UPS, etc. Ability to understand P&ID’s, Control Schematics, Electrical single-line drawings, and system (I&C, Fire Alarm, HVAC Control, Security) drawings. Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces. Experience in construction and technical inspection of electrical design in areas such as installation and testing of electrical systems, lighting systems, high voltage equipment, grounding, and cable pulling activities. Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H). Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Accident safety program. Must be computer-literate in word processing, CAD, spreadsheets, and database applications. Must be familiar with current industry quality standards. Detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E Codes. Understanding electrical single line diagrams, electrical block diagrams, electrical wiring diagrams, electrical panel schedules, raceway/cable tray plan drawings, and electrical support drawings. Previous experience in Quality Control a plus. Experience using Accubid is helpful doing takeoffs, estimating for new projects and helping with bid process. Additional Information: Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization. The salary range for this position is between $115,000 - $145,000 per year depending on experience and/or education. Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical - including a NO-COST option, dental, and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection. These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Responsibilities

The Electrical Project Engineer will perform specific portions of broader engineering assignments, gather and correlate engineering data, and propose solutions to new problems. They will also provide guidance to entry-level engineers and assist project managers in contract administration.