Electrical & Control Systems Designer
Job in
Fountain Valley, Orange County, California, 92708, USA
Listed on 2026-03-03
Listing for:
SPEC SERVICES, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-03
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Position
In this position, you will apply your knowledge of the principles of electrical & control systems design to:
- Support a project Electrical & Control Systems Design Lead in developing industrial construction drawings, including single line diagrams, area classification diagrams, grounding, lighting, conduit/cable tray, schematics and wiring diagrams, cable/conduit schedules, installation details, PLC panel layout and I/O schematics, loop diagrams and control system architecture.
- Work in a team environment with electrical engineers and other disciplines (e.g. project management, piping, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.) to develop solutions to clients' multi-disciplined project needs.
Responsibilities
Your core duties and responsibilities may require you to do the following:
- Support an Electrical & Control Systems Design Lead on large and complex projects
- Perform site visits to gather field data and verify existing facilities and project requirements
- Use software tools to perform design calculations such as cable tray sizing, conduit sizing, duct bank sizing, voltage drops, etc.
- Develop construction drawings and material requirements
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects with various due dates. Attend coordination and status meetings
- Develop and maintain good professional relationships with clients
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Strong proficiency with AutoCAD is required.
- Desire and ability to learn new skills and assume greater responsibilities is required.
- Proficiency with additional 3D Design software, including Civil 3D, Plant 3D and AVEVA E3D is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with Micro Station is preferred.
- Working experience with electrical construction is preferred.
- General knowledge of the use of concrete and structural steel in the design of structures.
- Knowledge of seismic and wind design provisions in the IBC/CBC, ASCE 7, AISC and ACI codes.
- Ability to visit local project sites for data gathering and inspections with occasional travel to farther locations is required.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record are required.
- 2+ years of experience in industrial electrical and/or control system design is required.
- Energy infrastructure experience is preferred.
- Engineering consulting experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with NEC and API 500 is preferred.
- Formal training in electrical and control system design is preferred. Trade school or associates degree is preferred, or equivalent experience.
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