Job Description
Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater Infrastructure (Mid-Level)
Costa Mesa, CA | Hybrid | Full-Time | $85,000-$120,000 DOE
Are you passionate about designing critical infrastructure that supports clean water and sustainable communities? We're seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer to join a nationally recognized team focused on water and wastewater treatment facilities.
What You'll Do
+ Lead and support detailed electrical power systems design for municipal water and wastewater treatment plants.
+ Perform load calculations, conduit routing, motor control center and switchgear design, and generate technical specifications.
+ Conduct field investigations and support startup activities.
+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interface with clients to deliver high-quality, code-compliant solutions.
What You Bring
+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
+ 6-12 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in water/wastewater or related infrastructure.
+ PE license (or in the process of obtaining).
+ Proficiency in power system applications: short circuit current, voltage drop, harmonic distortion, and power factor.
+ Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 820, NESC, and IEEE Color Book Series.
+ Strong communication skills and a collaborative, self-starting mindset.
+ Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
Nice to Have
+ Experience with electrical design tools (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
+ Knowledge of municipal water reuse, fire protection, and electrical safety standards.
+ Exposure to commissioning, field startup, and control systems.
Why Join Us
+ Flexible hybrid work schedule and relaxed, supportive culture.
+ Defined career paths with strong mentorship and development opportunities.
+ Work-life balance is a priority-family-first culture with leadership that genuinely cares.
+ Be part of a growing team with national reach and a strong reputation in the industry.
Work Environment
+ Minimal travel (5-10%) for site visits and client workshops.
+ Flexible hours (7 AM - 6 PM core window).
+ Join a 45-person electrical team that's part of a larger instrumentation and controls group.
Ready to make an impact in the water sector? Apply now to help shape the future of sustainable infrastructure.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.
We will include standard holidays & 10 PTO days (negotiable)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Costa Mesa,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours,
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