Electrical CAD Operator

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Electrical CAD Designer/Operator to join our Electrical practice in Long Beach, California!

• This individual will primarily be responsible for: designing and producing sets of plans for electrical systems including, electrical vehicle charging and building electrical

• Participate on project teams in an active production role

• Participate in project meetings internally and externally with clients

• Preparation of project specifications

• Preparation of electrical construction cost estimates

• Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines

• Perform quality work that promotes client retention

• Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including photovoltaic electrical site plans, equipment selection, photovoltaic module string sizing calculations, ampacity calculations and wire sizing

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associates degree preferred)

• 3+ years of design experience in Electrical Engineering specifically in any of the following:

• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD

• Understanding of the National Electrical code, other NFPA codes/standards, energy codes

• Building Information Modeling (BIM-Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus

• Knowledge and understanding of Microstation experience is a plus

• Electrical power, lighting and fire alarm design experience

• The ability to work independently or in team environment effectively

• The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment

• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter

• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and a desire to learn

• Ability to work independently and with a team

Salary Range: 

$60,000 to $80,000

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!