Electrical Engineer - Power Systems – Mid to Senior Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a mid to senior level Electrical Engineer with a specialty in power systems to join our Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation (MEI) team in our Walnut Creek or Oakland office. This role will work on both large and small projects locally, domestically and internationally preparing plans, designs and plan production for general electrical engineering on a wide variety of projects which may include lighting, power, and grounding plans, one-line diagrams, panel and cable schedules, and different project specifications. Projects include: electrical infrastructure for ports, waterfronts, industrial, commercial, offshore wind, government and military facilities. You will work with an international MEI team and Senior Engineers around the company through our intraoffice staff utilization program. You will support projects both on the job site as well as in the office. This position offers a hybrid work schedule. 

About Moffatt & Nichol: 

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023. 

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Completes multiple or complex electrical designs to support firm-wide projects by working with Project Managers (any discipline) and electrical teammates
• Perform electrical calculations, design drawings, and project specifications using latest engineering practices and code requirements.
• Design
  • Lighting systems
  • Lightning protection systems
  • Medium/low voltage power distribution systems
  • Grounding systems
  • Electrical power monitoring systems
  • Selective coordination, short circuit, and arc flash studies
• Prepares detailed contract documents and studies
• Perform construction administration support and inspections
• Assist in companywide QA/QC process
• All other duties as assigned  

Other duties: 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; required
• 6 to 10 years of related design experience; required
• EIT, completion of fundamentals of Engineering (FE), or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in California; preferred
• Software requirements: 
  • Strong AutoCAD and/or Revit skills
  • Proficiency in lighting calculation software such as AGI32 or others
  • Proficiency in ETAP, SKM or EasyPower
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70; required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) 
• Availability and willingness to travel
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post-offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire 

Base salary range:  

The mid-range for this position is $127,000 to $155,000 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualifications in job description. 

Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California market.    

Working conditions: 

Majority of work is office-based. Some site