Senior Electrical Engineer

Job post summary

Date posted: September 12, 2025

Pay: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Job description:

Job Title: Licensed Electrical Engineer – Multi-Family Residential and Commercial Design

Location: Southern California

Position Type: Full-Time

Adept is an interdisciplinary development, design and construction group located in Pasadena CA. https://www.adepturban.com. Our practice has evolved over 25 years with projects throughout Southern California. Through our in-house design, development, and construction teams, we manage and construct projects from inception to completion both internally, and via third-party entities, and it is this unique capability that has provided us the flexibility to create our own innovative and site sensitive work. Typically, our practice focuses on large-scale multi-family housing as an integral component of mixed-use and transit-oriented development, though we also specialize in the sustainable adaptive reuse of office buildings into thoughtful new living environments. Our expertise also extends to assisted living senior care and medical/research office developments, and, more recently, entertainment and commercial work in conjunction with, or as a catalyst for, new mixed-use housing.

We are evolving toward a more integrated workflow, as well as a standardized efficient approach to development, which will allow us to become less dependent on external consultants. As we continue to leverage BIM connectivity between development, planning, design and construction, electrical expertise has become a particular factor in our ability to streamline development. The necessity to work with local service providers, anticipate building loads, and secure delivery of service with minimal delay has become crucial. As a development group, integrating such expertise will help us achieve tighter control over budgeting during design and control costs over the life of the development.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Licensed Electrical Engineer to join our team, specializing in the design of multi-family residential and mixed-use developments in Southern California. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in residential and commercial electrical systems design, a solid understanding of California energy codes and permitting , and proficiency in Revit. This role is central to ensuring that our projects meet client expectations, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and documentation of electrical systems for multi-family residential and commercial building projects.
• Ensure compliance with California Building Standards Code, Title 24 Energy Standards, and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Prepare, review, and stamp electrical drawings and specifications for permitting and construction.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, and contractors to integrate electrical design into overall project goals.
• Perform power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and renewable energy system design as required.
• Oversee the use of Revit for modeling and documentation.
• Assist design team with clash detection via Navisworks and Revit.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and provide construction administration support.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, supporting their technical development.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet client and company objectives.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate electrical into overall design.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (required).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design for residential and commercial building projects, with a focus on multi-family housing.
• Strong knowledge of California Title 24, California Electrical Code, NEC, NFPA 70, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Proficiency in Revit and BIM workflows (required) with a practical knowledge of AutoCAD .
• Familiarity with Bluebeam
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across disciplines.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Experience:

• Prior work with multifamily housing, podium-style construction, and mixed-use projects.
• Experience with sustainable design strategies, including solar PV integration, EV charging infrastructure, and energy efficiency compliance.
• Knowledge of local utility company requirements and processes for service coordination.

Why Adept:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Stability of workflow given our project delivery method and means of development. Collaborative team culture within an integrated multi-disciplinary practice and opportunities for leadership and growth.
• Benefits package
• Professional development and continuing education support.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person