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Senior Electrical Engineer, PE - Water/Wastewater

REC
Orange, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

Senior Electrical Engineer, PE - Water/Wastewater

Locations: Orange, CA.

Category: Engineering

Employment Type: Full-time, Regular

Salary range: $115k-$175k DOE

 

Overview

We're currently seeking a talented Senior Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic team. With a solid reputation in environmental engineering, particularly in water and wastewater facility planning, design, and construction, this team's focus is on fostering sustainable water supplies for communities worldwide.

 

As a valued member of this team, you'll be integral to various projects associated with municipal water and wastewater treatment plants. Your contributions will be instrumental in leading significant expansions of treatment facilities, conducting regional water quality analyses, and advancing essential water reuse initiatives.

 

Responsibilities

  • Execute detailed electrical power systems design for water and wastewater treatment facilities with minimal oversight.
  • Conduct load calculations, intricate conduit routing, design motor control centers and switchgear, and develop specifications.
  • Collaborate efficiently with colleagues to achieve project objectives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Proficiency in power system applications, including calculating available short circuit current, voltage drop, harmonic distortion, and power factor.
  • Hands-on experience in field investigations and project start-up.
  • Thorough understanding of NEC, NFPA 820, and NESC standards.
  • Familiarity with the IEEE color book series.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Highly motivated, articulate, and proactive.
  • Ability to establish positive interactions with team members.
  • 10-15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
  • PE registration.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

This role offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options, disability and life insurance, caregiver support, travel assistance, counseling services, and discount programs. Additional compensation may include 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

 

Note:

 

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the Senior Electrical Engineer position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be adjusted based on the needs of the company and the expertise of the individual hired.

Salary : $115,000 - $175,000

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