Electrical Design Engineer

Zero Impact SolutionsIrvine, California

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Job Description

Company Description:

We are an end-to-end Renewable Energy provider, offering products to commercial and enterprise clients in EV Charging solutions, Fleet Electrification, Solar Micro-grids, Energy storage, Hydroponic farming, and Rain Water/Grey Water collection systems. We have been experiencing tremendous growth in all these areas and operate under several government rebate programs that ensure a steady and reliable flow of revenues. Our company handles the entire flow of providing these products and services beginning with Sales, Provisioning, Design and Engineering, Contracting and Construction, Servicing and Maintenance.

We are looking for people with strong work ethics and a commitment to excellence to join our team and contribute to the success of the company and be part of a tight-knit family at the same time. Overview of Position

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to plan and oversee a wide variety of construction projects from beginning to end.

You will be working with engineers and architects as needed, and keeping track of an inventory of equipment and materials. Must have previous experience in construction management projects and be knowledgeable of the regulations and permits required.

The ideal applicant will be highly organized, with the ability to plan ahead and multitask in order to meet deadlines and keep projects under budget. If this sounds like you, get in touch with us.

Electrical Designer skillset must include:

AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam skills required
Must know how to create, markup, edit, and produce building plans
Must have knowledge of Electrical Diagrams, such as Single Lines wiring, conduits, etc.
Must know California Building Code in detail
Must be experienced in ADA parking requirements, sloping, the path of travel, etc.
Must have a basic understanding of trenching, running conduits, and concrete padding.
Must know how to design as-built site plans
Must know how to coordinate with Utility companies
Must be able to fully manage Permit applications, submittal, follow up, and Inspections.
Must be able to budget and manage any given construction job end to end
Must communicate with vendors, partners, and providers in an efficient and conducive manner to move work forward.

The tasks will include:

Analyze reports, drawings, and tests to plan and design projects.
Establish design criteria and develop system designs from concept plans and interpret information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.
Plan and develop drawings for production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
Perform various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and electrical plans as part of a project team.
Design various electrical projects including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, protection and controls, EVSE Loads, Utility connections, and site and facility design.
Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget, and schedule.
Oversee construction projects
Apply for Permits and other city/state requirements
Determine the necessary equipment, materials, and manpower needed
Ensure supplies and equipment are ordered and delivered according to the schedule
Prepare reports regarding the job status
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
Train and mentor construction workers and construction laborers depending on the size of the project
Collaborate with subcontractors, engineers, architects, and key team members of the project team
Negotiate with external vendors on contract agreements
Obtain the appropriate permits and licenses from authorities for construction sites
Plan construction operations
Hire contractors and staff including construction laborers
Delegate responsibilities
Allocate and manage resources to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction projects
Keep all stakeholders aware of the progress on projects and prepare progress reports regularly
Handle any environmental or local community issues that may come up during a project
Conduct site checks to monitor progress and quality standards

Job Requirements

Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in electrical engineering, computer science or a related technical area.
High comfort level using CAD programs such as AutoCAD.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and InDesign.
Strong grasp of PCB Design fundamentals.
Meticulous attention to detail.
2-3 years of experience preferred.

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Zero Impact Solutions (ZIS) is the execution arm of the Zero Impact Energy platform, focused on delivering EV charging and energy infrastructure projects across California and expanding nationally.ZIS specializes in full lifecycle project delivery, with proven experience across design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and long-term service. Our team operates as a licensed C-10 electrical contractor with in-house crews and established relationships with utilities, AHJs, and key project stakeholders.We focus on high-demand infrastructure supporting electrification, including:

EV charging infrastructure for commercial, fleet, and public deployments
Fleet electrification projects requiring scalable, multi-unit installations
Site design, power upgrades, and utility coordination
Construction, installation, and commissioning of charging systems
Ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and uptime support

As part of a vertically integrated platform, ZIS works closely with engineering, hardware, software, and operations teams to deliver projects efficiently and at scale. This structure allows us to move faster, reduce project risk, and maintain accountability across every phase of deployment.We are actively delivering projects across California with the capability to support multi-site rollouts and complex infrastructure environments.ZIS is built for execution. We are hiring individuals who understand how to deliver projects in the field, solve real constraints, and take ownership from planning through completion.

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Candidates can expect pay range between $65,000–$85,000 for this role.

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