Senior Electrical Engineer - Healthcare

Summary

Our client is an award-winning engineering firm recognized as a “Best Place to Work” for the past 15 years. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer – Healthcare with 10+ years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. This position is based in San Jose, CA, and offers the opportunity to lead complex healthcare projects within a collaborative and highly respected organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pre-Design Engineering

  • Conduct field surveys to gather information for electrical system design and prepare site assessment reports.
  • Develop electrical schematic designs.

• Design Engineering

  • Create power single line and riser diagrams.
  • Perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM.
  • Select appropriate lighting fixtures and power equipment.
  • Complete lighting and power circuiting.
  • Design and coordinate lighting control systems.
  • Layout fire alarm devices according to International Fire Code and NFPA 72.
  • Develop fire alarm riser diagrams, calculations, and sequences of operation.
  • Prepare detailed plans, elevations, schedules, and design details.
  • Apply CAD/BIM standards and best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with California Electrical Code and Energy Standards for medium‑and‑low‑voltage systems.
  • Coordinate designs with mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines.
  • Edit and finalize project specifications.

• Project Management

  • Lead multiple large-scale projects, collaborating with senior engineers and sub‑consultants.
  • Mentor junior and mid-level design engineers.
  • Independently prepare client proposals.
  • Support business development and strengthen client relationships.

• Construction Administration

  • Review and respond to RFIs.
  • Evaluate equipment submittals.
  • Perform punch walks and prepare punch lists.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Licenses

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

• Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
  • Proven ability to lead projects and manage design teams.
  • Demonstrated project management capabilities.

• Skills & Technical Knowledge

  • Proficient with AutoCAD, ETAP/SKM, and Revit.
  • Knowledge of HCAI requirements.
  • Highly self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to anticipate and resolve design issues.
  • Strong organizational skills and record‑keeping.
  • Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits & Schedule

• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in office / 2 days remote
• 13 company‑paid holidays per year
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer‑paid group life insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
• Tuition and professional development assistance
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4% and immediate vesting