Electrical Designer I - CA Southern California

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range ...

Job description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Ready to grow your career and make a real impact?  At Rosendin, we believe in building more than just great projects—we build strong communities and empower people to thrive. For over 100 years, our mission has been rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. We're proud to be one of the largest employee-owned electrical contractors in the U.S., where every team member has a stake in our success. Our culture celebrates diversity, encourages growth, and rewards excellence. When you join Rosendin, you're not just starting a job—you're becoming a shareholder in a company that's growing fast and making a difference. Let's build something great together.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The Electrical Designer I is responsible for creating design models and other documents to show equipment and device layouts and branch circulation for power, lighting, and auxiliary drawings. This position receives direction from the BIM Manager for graphic standards and layout. This position requires continuous dotted-line supervision by a Designer III, an Engineer, the Engineer of Record, the Engineering Team Lead, or the Director of Engineering.

• Fill in panel board schedules with branch circuit lighting and power plans under supervision.

• Perform wire sizing, transformer feeders, and protection from published schedules.

• Calculate lighting levels and layout fixtures at the direction of the Sr. Designer or Engineer for spaces of high finish, specific application, or aesthetic sensitivity.

• Coordinate signal and low voltage subcontractors and designers with other trades, disciplines, and designs with supervision and assistance.

• Back-check your work for accuracy and completeness before passing on to others.

• Limited field work and surveying skills.

• Perform additional assignments per the supervisor's direction and training plan.

• Become familiar with manufacturer submittals for electrical characteristics.

• The duties and responsibilities describe this position's general nature and scope of work. This is a partial listing, and other responsibilities will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• An eagerness to learn and develop skill in designing models and other documents to show equipment and device layouts and branch circulation for power, lighting, and auxiliary drawings.

• Team-oriented with good interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate with others.

• Experience researching documents and work archives

• Capable of taking lighting and power markups and updating/creating all associated drawings in concert with other trades with accuracy in a manner appropriate for the project.

• Experience using Microsoft Office (Teams, Chat, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and a passion to learn Autodesk Revit and Illuminance software.

• Work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements positively

• Effective oral and written communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions, such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium

• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

YOU Matter - Our Benefits

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Pay Range

$27.55-$36.50 Hourly

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.