Senior Electrical Engineer

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of energy technology? Willdan Performance Engineering, a division of Willdan Group, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer. We’re looking for a talented Senior Electrical Engineer to be a key player in our building improvement projects. In this role, you'll design cutting-edge electrical infrastructure to help clients achieve their energy goals with smart, sustainable solutions. At Willdan, you’ll join a collaborative and diverse team of mechanical and electrical engineers, solar design experts, project managers, and more. Together, we work to create resilient, efficient, and cost-effective electrical distribution systems that meet the highest standards of excellence.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Willdan, your contributions will directly impact the future of energy systems. You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Lead Innovation: Create and design creative electrical systems that transform how energy is used.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work alongside experts in multiple fields to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
• Drive Change: Take ownership of projects and make a real impact on the success of our clients’ energy objectives.
• Advance Your Career: With continuous learning and professional development, we support your growth at every stage of your career.

At Willdan, we believe in empowering our engineers to take bold steps and challenge the status quo. You’ll be encouraged to think outside the box, explore new ideas, and refine your craft as part of a forward-thinking company. Ready to design the future of energy with us? Apply now and make a difference with Willdan!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Experience with electric building design. Design electrical systems upgrades and improvements to improve energy efficiency. Point to Point understanding of power distribution and interconnection to the Utility Grid to the Service Entrance down to the end use receptacle. Advanced knowledge of energy conservation guidelines using IECC, Title24 and projects with LEED Certification. 
• Fundamentals of Power Distribution. Advanced Understanding of electrical theory covering 3-phase and 1-phase power, power triangle & power factor, Grounding, Principles of Magnetism applied to Transformers and Motors. 
• Perform Complex Engineering Calculations & Analysis (see qualifications below). In-depth understanding of software apps and resources used in Electrical Engineering (SKM, ETAP, CYME, Excel Tools, etc.). 
• Stand By Power and Alternative Energy Sources. Size combustion generators as it applies to high-performance buildings and electrical distribution systems, automatic transfer switches. Emphasis on integrating DER components including PV, BESS and EV charging. Exposure to microgrid design and/or integrating BESS and microgrid controls into solar PV and EV infrastructure projects is a bonus. 
• Strong understanding of utility interconnection requirements. Design the electrical infrastructure and protective relays required by the utility for on-site generation. Support the DER team and their efforts as they work with utility providers to submit the required documentation and complete the utility interconnection process. 
• Excellent Time Management Skills. Ability to work on multiple projects of varying complexities. Ability to work on concurrent projects across multiple geographical regions. Work under limited supervision. 
• Prioritize Workflow. Able to prioritize project workflow to meet deadlines with minimal supervision, completing projects on time. Paying special attention to quality, accuracy and effort against budget.  
• Succeed as a Team. Enjoy working within design teams and meeting the project goals in a team-focused environment. Collaborate with other disciplines. Work with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes. Support company standards, work with project managers to exceed client expectations.  
• Forward Thinking. Leverage your creativity and explore new technologies and products.  
• Supports design team efforts to identify, recommend, and implement new technologies and systems to improve organizational processes and decision-making. Develop innovative solutions that reduce costs with no impact on quality, or long term reliability.  
• Ability to research new concepts, technologies and apply integrate into our projects.  
• Start to Finish. You will develop concepts from the ground up. Use information from site visit to develop concept. Produce construction drawings (CDs) using CAD software. Complete CDs and apply for permit. Work with construction teams and contractors to