Job Description
Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer 3VI San Jose, CA Job Details Full-time $145,000 - $240,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Management Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Lighting systems Electrical system design High-voltage electrical systems Managing engineering teams Design engineering Leading team collaboration initiatives Grounding systems NFPA 70 compliance Full Job Description Senior /
Principal Electrical Engineer Employment Type:
Full-Time, Hybrid Remote Why join us? Join 3Vi, a growing engineering practice delivering complex rail, transit, and infrastructure projects across California and the U.S. As a Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll play a critical role in shaping technically challenging electrical designs that directly impact project delivery, safety, and innovation. What to Expect You'll work alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to major rail and facilities projects while leading and mentoring the next generation of engineering talent. Work on large-scale, technically challenging rail, transit, and facilities projects Lead electrical design tasks and sign and seal drawings as a licensed PE Mentor EITs and designers, helping to develop team capability and standards Access career development, training, and tuition reimbursement support Enjoy a hybrid working environment with up to 2 days remote per week, with potential for full remote depending on circumstances What You'll Do Design & Delivery Prepare technical reports, calculations, and electrical/power system designs Develop compliant designs for rail facilities, traction power substations, and safety-critical facilities, including HV/LV distribution, lighting, fire detection, and grounding/bonding Interpret and apply NEC, NFPA, and California Electrical Code requirements Leadership & Collaboration Lead electrical design tasks; sign and seal drawings as required Supervise and mentor EITs and designers, delegating tasks effectively Coordinate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to meet deadlines Participate in project meetings, site visits, and client presentations Technical Delivery Write technical reports and specifications Calculate cable/conduit sizing, schedules, and routing methodologies Manage CAD/Revit workflows, provide redlines/markups, and coordinate with remote teams Review shop drawings and product data sheets Additional Support bids, proposals, and additional projects as required Travel domestically as needed for client meetings, conferences, or project site visits What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering 5+ years of professional electrical design experience Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and California Electrical Code Experience in HV/LV distribution, lighting, fire detection, and grounding/bonding systems Proven ability to lead local and remote teams effectively Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills Valid U.S. driver's licence Desirable but non-essential Registered Professional Engineer (PE) - Electrical in California Rail, transit, or facilities design experience Experience managing CAD/Revit workflows At 3Vi , we invest in the people who build the infrastructure of tomorrow. Our benefits package is designed to keep you healthy, supported, and growing at every stage of your career. Benefits Fully covered medical, dental, and vision premium plans Generous PTO allowance + public holidays Competitive salary: $145,000 - $240,000, commensurate with experience Tuition reimbursement and professional development support Relocation assistance within the U.S. may be available for the right candidate Additional Information W2 only (No 1099 or CTC) We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
