Sr. Design Engineer - Electrical at AMPAM Parks Mechanical – EL CAJON, California

Who We Are

AMPAM is a leading Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) contractor serving large-scale multifamily and commercial projects across California. With over 1,500 employees across multiple business units, we are committed to delivering quality, safety, and innovation on every project. At AMPAM, senior engineers are empowered to lead, innovate, and shape the next generation of engineering talent — all while delivering exceptional work on some of California's most complex multifamily developments.

Job Summary

The Design Engineer III – Electrical is a senior-level technical role responsible for leading the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical building systems for multi-family new construction projects across California. This position requires advanced electrical design expertise, strong project management capabilities, and a commitment to mentoring junior engineers — while ensuring design quality, code compliance, sustainability, and constructability across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Lead the full-cycle design of electrical systems — including power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, low-voltage, and service/feeder design — for multi-family residential buildings from concept through construction documents.
• Perform and oversee complex engineering calculations including load analysis, short-circuit analysis, arc flash, voltage drop, fault current studies, and lighting calculations.
• Prepare and review detailed engineering drawings, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, riser diagrams, and specifications using Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Apply and interpret applicable codes and standards including NEC, California Electrical Code (CEC), NFPA 72, NFPA 101, Title 24 Part 6 (Energy), ADA, and local jurisdictional requirements.
• Evaluate and select electrical equipment — including transformers, switchgear, panelboards, emergency generators, and lighting systems — based on performance, cost, and sustainability criteria.
• Lead Title 24 Part 6, CALGreen, and LEED compliance efforts for electrical systems, including energy modeling coordination and documentation support.

BIM & Digital Delivery

• Own and oversee the electrical Revit MEP model across all project phases, ensuring compliance with project BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and company BIM standards.
• Lead model coordination and clash detection workflows using Navisworks and BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Drive continuous improvement of company BIM standards, Revit families, templates, and digital delivery processes across the electrical discipline.

Project Management

• Serve as the engineering lead on multiple concurrent projects, managing design timelines, deliverables, and coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Review and approve submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings during construction administration to verify compliance with design intent.
• Conduct site visits for field verification, progress reviews, and issue resolution.
• Support the preparation of proposals, fee estimates, and project schedules.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes, energy standards, and company quality guidelines.
• Implement and lead QA/QC review processes for drawings and calculations produced by Design Engineers I and II.
• Stay current on NEC code cycles, Title 24 updates, California utility requirements, and sustainable design best practices.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical guidance, peer review, and mentorship to Design Engineers I and II, supporting their growth toward professional licensure.
• Contribute to training initiatives, knowledge-sharing sessions, and the ongoing development of the electrical engineering team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated, coordinated designs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (required).
• 6–10 years of experience in electrical building systems design, with multi-family or mixed-use residential projects strongly preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; candidates with active PE pursuit will also be considered.

Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD; strong experience with Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, and BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Deep knowledge of NEC, California Electrical Code, NFPA 72/101, and Title 24 Part 6 energy compliance requirements.
• Experience with electrical calculation and analysis software (e.g., SKM Power Tools, ETAP, AGi32, or equivalent).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without future employment sponsorship