Electrical Designer
Cupertino Electric → · San Jose, California · electrician
$53.85–$67.31/hr
$112,008–$140,005/yr (full-time equivalent)
Rate posted by the employer
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Job type
- full time
- Location
- San Jose, California
About this job
Posting Title: Electrical Designer
Reports To: Managing Electrical Engineer
Location: San Jose, California
Salary Range: $112,000-140,000
Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything.
Position Summary:
Engineer Level 3: Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear and specified objectives. This level requires developmental experience in a professional position or equivalent graduate-level education. Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems. Work is reviewed for correctness and application of the QAQC Process and professional judgment. Includes responsibilities and tasks outlined in Engineer Levels 1 – 2.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise or coordinate the work of other designers and CAD/VDC production team.
Essential Job Functions:
Perform independent design and modeling of power and lighting systems for Commercial – Industrial – Data Center facilities
Perform design tasks assigned by lead Engineers
Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
Utilize software tools to perform broad range of engineering calculations and reports
Prepare and coordinates portions of design effort and project scope requirements
Other Functions:
Increased interaction with Project manager, external design team and information management
Maintain professional and technical development goals to acquire PE certification
Mentor Designers
Obtain Professional Development and Training
Other Responsibilities:
Thorough understanding of the Engineering department's design and CAD/VDC workflows
Thorough understanding of CEI's business inter-department functions
Thorough proficient use of AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT, CAD and file management
Thorough proficient understanding of fundamental power & lighting systems
Thorough understanding of the various State and National CODES governing our work
Provide Conformance to the Standards and processes outlined by the CAD/VDC Manager
Support team and department objectives for individual and department development.
Minimum Requirements:
Electrical Engineering or similar Bachelor of Science degree
4-6 years working for an electrical design firm or design build electrical contractor
Basic Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT - Etap/SKM (desired)
Good time management, communication and people skills
Engineer in Training (EIT) certified desired
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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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