Electrical Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

An Electrical Engineer in the construction industry designs, develops, tests, and supervises the installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. They prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. They also oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. They confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.

Important skills for an Electrical Engineer include problem-solving, critical thinking, active listening, complex problem solving, and operations analysis. They should also have knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software. Certifications can include Professional Engineer (PE), AutoCAD, and project management certifications. A person may begin their career as a Junior Electrical Engineer, move up to an Electrical Engineer, and then progress to a Senior Electrical Engineer. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, they may have held roles such as Electrical Technician or Engineering Intern.

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Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

the basis of design analysis and review Interface with other technical disciplines Prepare engineering design and construction documents Improve the Electrical Engineering design processes through...

Senior Principal Electrical Engineer - Analog

  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

We are seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to join the company in the development of strategic space and weather systems....

Electrical Design Engineer

  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering....

Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Rancho Dominguez, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Dominguez, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic Senior Electrical Engineer who enjoys being part of a tight-knit multidisciplinary team....

Senior Power Electrical Engineer - Medium & Low Voltage Distribution

  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The responsibilities of this role also include, but may not be limited to, the following: Responsible for electrical engineering work in power distribution design....

New Electrical Engineer - Battery Management Systems Costa Mesa, California, United States Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities...

Electrical Engineer (3 to 5 Years)

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering 3 to 5 years of experience Experience with building power distribution design Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and time management skills California Electrical...

Principal Electrical Engineer - Level 5

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Principal Electrical Engineer - Level 5 Description Title: Principal Electrical Engineer - Level 5 Department: Engineering Location: Irvine, CA Supervisor: Manager of Electrical Engineering FLSA Status...

Lead Engineer, Electrical Wiring (EWIS) Aircraft Integration

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field required A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in aerospace or high-integrity wiring system design, with at least two (2) years in a technical...

RF Electrical Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field Minimum of 2 years of broad experience doing RF/Analog circuit design and board layout using the relevant toolsExperience...

Electrical Engineer - Battery Management Systems

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 6 days ago

Engineering or equivalent, with 5+ years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex board designs Strong background in circuit design, including components, and mixed-signals design...

Electrical Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Brea)

  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Applies strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry....

Electrical Design Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title : Electrical Design Engineer Location : Irvine, CA (Onsite only) Duration : Full Time Responsibilities: Support electrical design activities for Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) including functional...

Engineer, Electrical Engineering

  • Pomona, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems emphasis). Proficiency in GE PSLF, Power World, and/or CAPE....

Remote Work

Electrical Engineer

  • Rancho Dominguez, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rancho Dominguez, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Motivo is looking for high caliber Electrical Engineers to join our project teams as we develop world-changing technologies. Who are we?...

Demographic Data for Costa Mesa, CA

Moving to Costa Mesa, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Costa Mesa, CA below.


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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
Master's Degree
21.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
High School or GED
12.9%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA
1-2 years
36.9%
10+ years
18.8%
2-4 years
16.2%
6-8 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
7.9%
4-6 years
4.3%
None
2.7%
8-10 years
0.4%


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