Electrical Engineer - Actalent : Job Details

Mid-Level Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater Infrastructure

Location: Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range: $100,000 - $145,000 (DOE)

About the Role

Are you passionate about designing infrastructure that supports clean water and sustainable communities? We're looking for a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer to join a nationally recognized team focused on water and wastewater treatment facilities. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while growing your technical expertise in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment.

What You'll Do

• Design electrical power systems for municipal water and wastewater treatment plants

• Perform load calculations, conduit routing, motor control center and switchgear design

• Generate technical specifications and ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 820, and NESC

• Conduct field investigations and support startup and commissioning activities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interface with clients

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and budget constraints

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred)

• 6-12 years of experience in electrical engineering, ideally in water/wastewater infrastructure

• PE license (or in progress)

• Proficiency in power system applications: short circuit current, voltage drop, harmonic distortion, 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, Excel, and AutoCAD (Revit a plus)

Nice to Have

• Experience with municipal water reuse, fire protection, and electrical safety standards

• Exposure to commissioning, field startup, and control systems

• Familiarity with OC San design standards and dynamic block requirements

Why You'll Love It Here

• Hybrid Flexibility: Work from home part of the week based on performance

• Supportive Culture: Family-first values, open communication, and leadership that genuinely cares

• Career Growth: Defined career paths, mentorship, and ongoing training opportunities

• National Impact: Join a growing team with a strong reputation in water/wastewater engineering

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours (7 AM - 6 PM core window) and minimal travel (5-10%)

Team & Environment

• Join a 45-person electrical team within a larger EPIC (Electrical, Programming, Instrumentation & Controls) group

• New hires are paired with senior engineers for onboarding and support

• Expect a collaborative, open-door culture where asking questions is encouraged

• Projects include major treatment plant expansions, regional water quality studies, and critical water reuse initiatives

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 $100000.00 - $145000.00/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 Aug 8, 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.

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