Electrical & Control Systems Design Lead

Job details

Posted 01 September 2026


Start date 01 December 2026


Salary Range USD
70000
- 140000
per Year


Location Fountain Valley


Job type Permanent


Discipline Civil Structural and Architectural


Reference 169910


Job Function Designer

Position:

Electrical & Control Systems Design Lead (1081)

Company Name:

SPEC Services

Location:

Fountain Valley, CA

Pay Rate:

$70-140K/yr

Duration:

Direct or Contract Hire

Hours:

Full time. 9/80 work schedule with a hybrid work location, supporting the Fountain Valley office. Tuesday & Thursday in office.

Summary of Position:

In this position, you will apply your knowledge of the principles of electrical & control systems design to:


+ Lead the development of industrial construction drawings, including single line diagrams, area classification diagrams, grounding, lighting, conduit/cable tray, schematics and wiring diagrams, cable/conduit schedules, installation details, PLC panel layout and I/O, schematics, loop diagrams and control system architecture.

+ Work in a team environment with electrical engineers and other disciplines (e.g. project management, piping, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.) to develop solutions to clients’ multi-discipline project needs.

Requirements / Must Haves:

+ 10+ years designing projects involving medium and low voltage power systems, grounding, lighting, instrumentation and control systems.

+ Energy infrastructure experience is preferred.

+ Engineering consulting experience is preferred.

+ Working knowledge with instrumentation, programmable logic controllers (PLC) and distributed control systems (DCS) is preferred.

+ Candidates must be knowledgeable in electrical design, NEC and API 500.

+ Formal training in electrical and control system design is preferred. Trade school or associates degree is preferred, or equivalent experience.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

+ Strong proficiency with AutoCAD is required.

+ Desire and ability to learn new skills and assume greater responsibilities is required.

+ Working experience with electrical construction is required.

+ Proficiency with additional 3D Design software, including Civil 3D, Plant 3D and AVEVA E3D is strongly preferred.

+ Proficiency with MicroStation is preferred.

+ Ability to visit local project sites for data gathering and inspections with occasional travel to farther locations is required.

+ Valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required.

Job Duties:

+ Lead the electrical & control systems design development for simple projects, managing other designers and drafters as needed.

+ Support Principal Electrical & Control Systems Designers on large and complex projects.

+ Perform site visits to gather field data and verify existing facilities and project requirements.

+ Use software tools to perform design calculations such as cable tray sizing, conduit sizing, duct bank sizing, voltage drops, etc.

+ Support the development of design labor estimate for new projects.

+ Keep track of project budgets, schedules and change orders.

+ Develop construction drawings and material requirements.

+ Prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects with various due dates. Attend coordination and status meetings.

+ Develop and maintain good professional relationships with clients.


We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.