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Project Engineer Electrical Infrastructure
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An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
$128,079 / year median in California
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Project Engineer - Electrical Infrastructure RimePro Inc Oakland, CA Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $130,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Construction specifications Construction RFI responses Project change management Construction drawing review Electrical layout diagram interpretation Construction submittals Construction change order management Construction stakeholder coordination Full Job Description Summary A growing Bay Area infrastructure contractor is seeking a Project Engineer to support complex public-sector electrical and infrastructure projects throughout Northern California. This role will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and public agency clients on projects involving water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, utility infrastructure, and related electrical systems. This is a strong opportunity for an early-career construction professional who has experience with electrical construction and wants to build a long-term career managing technically complex public infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Support Project Managers with day-to-day execution of electrical and infrastructure projects Manage RFIs, submittals, change documentation, procurement, and project correspondence Review electrical drawings, specifications, scopes, and contract documents Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and public agency representatives Assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, forecasting, and progress reporting Track electrical equipment and long-lead materials including switchgear, controls, generators, and related systems Support electrical and mechanical coordination on water treatment, wastewater, and pump station projects Participate in project meetings and help resolve field and design coordination issues Assist with change orders, quantity tracking, billing support, and project documentation Support project closeout including punch lists, testing, commissioning, as-builts, and turnover documentation Requirements 2-5+ years of construction experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or similar Electrical construction experience strongly preferred Experience with public works, municipal, water/wastewater, industrial, or infrastructure projects preferred Exposure to water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, pump stations, or process facilities is highly desirable Understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders Ability to coordinate effectively between field and project management teams Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or similar preferred Strong organizational and communication skills Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent construction experience considered Compensation & Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid holidays and PTO Professional development and advancement opportunities