Sr. Electrical Engineer (P.E.)
Required skills
- Sr. Electrical Engineer
- P.E
- electrical/power system designs
- NEC
- NFPA
- California Electrical Code
- rail facilities
- traction power substations
- safety-critical facilities
- HV/LV distribution
Nice to have
- growing engineering practice
- U.S. West Coast
- Northern and Southern California
- remote teams
- travel domestically as required
- client meetings
Role summary
3Vi is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer (P.E.) for its San Jose office to support rail, transit, and facilities projects in California. The role involves preparing technical reports, electrical/power system designs (HV/LV distribution, lighting, fire detection, grounding), and applying relevant codes (NEC, NFPA, California Electrical Code). Responsibilities include leading design tasks, signing/sealing drawings, managing CAD/Revit workflows, calculating cable/conduit sizing, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, a California PE license, and 8+ years of experience. The role offers hybrid work flexibility and involves team supervision and mentorship.
Sr. Electrical Engineer (P.E.)
3Vi is a growing engineering practice with offices across the U.S. West Coast. We are seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team, supporting major rail, transit, and facilities projects in Northern and Southern California.
This position is based in our San Jose office with flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.
Responsibilities
- Prepare technical reports, calculations, and electrical/power system designs.
- Interpret and apply NEC, NFPA, and California Electrical Code requirements.
- Develop compliant designs for rail facilities, traction power substations, and safety-critical facilities, including HV/LV distribution, lighting, fire detection, and grounding/bonding.
- Lead electrical design tasks; sign and seal drawings as required.
- Write technical reports and specifications.
- Manage CAD/Revit workflows, provide redlines/markups, and coordinate with remote teams.
- Supervise and mentor EITs and designers, delegate tasks effectively.
- Review shop drawings and product data sheets.
- Calculate cable/conduit sizing, schedules, and routing methodologies.
- Coordinate with project managers and multi-disciplinary teams to meet deadlines.
- Support bids, proposals, and additional projects as needed.
- Participate in project meetings, site visits, and client presentations.
- Travel domestically as required for client meetings, conferences, or project site visits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) - Electrical in California (required)
- 8+ years of professional electrical design experience.
- Rail, transit, or facilities design experience a plus.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Key Candidate Attributes
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to lead local and remote teams.
- Effective delegation and mentorship experience.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines.
- Ethical, professional, and client focused.
- Willingness to travel within the U.S. as needed.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary:
$175,000 – $225,000, commensurate with experience. - Healthcare: medical, dental, vision.
- PTO and tuition reimbursement.
- Relocation assistance within the U.S. may be available for the right candidate.
Note:
Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
3Vi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic. All qualified applicants authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply.
W2 Only (No 1099 | No CTC | No Agencies)
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