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.

1-15 of 85 Jobs

Senior Electrical Engineer - P2S

  • Long Beach, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Working Knowledge • Engineering design and project management experience • Strong electrical design capability in commercial settings • Proficient in written communication and oral presentations • Ability...

Staff Electrical Engineer

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Engineering....

Refining Engineer 1 - Electrical Engineer - Intern to Full-Time Conversion

  • Wilmington, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

power distribution issues....

Compliance Electrical Engineer

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

COMPLIANCE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Location: Pomona, CA Type: Contract Job #83012 An electric utility client is looking for a Compliance Electrical Engineer who will support the Compliance Lead in managing...

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

Qualifications 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...

Remote Work

Managing Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

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

**Job Description** **AECOM** is looking for a highly motivated Electrical Engineer with an electrical engineering or instrumentation & controls background to work on various planning, design, and construction...

Lead Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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

Serve as technical expert in electrical power distribution and miscellaneous plant electrical systems for client consultations....

Electrical Engineer - Warhead Fuzing

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 4 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS BS or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with 5+ years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex board designs....

Electrical Engineer - BMS

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 5 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 (Entry-Level or Associate)

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

We provide engineering design and support, including aftermarket modifications, and are innovating to make product and services safety even stronger....

Electrical Engineer (Test/Integration)

  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Electrical design experience/ knowledge, including digital circuit, analog circuit design, micro-computer, FPGA, power switching circuits....

Lead Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

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

Serve as technical expert in electrical power distribution and miscellaneous plant electrical systems for client consultations....

Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

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

Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear Description This role offers a hybrid work arrangement....

Senior Electrical Engineer (H/F)

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

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited course of study or related field required. ? Experience as an Electrical Engineer. ?...

Electrical Engineer

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

We are looking for a stellar Electrical Engineer to design, develop and support the electronic aspects of our current and future hardware products....

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
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
High School or GED
13.0%
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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