Entry Level Electrical Engineer Jobs in San Diego, CA
L3Harris Technologies
$106500 - $197500
San Diego, CA
L3Harris in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Power Supply Design Engineer with a strong background in analog circuit design with emphasis on DC-DC Switched Mode power supply design and development to work on Telemetry and RF products. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
L3Harris Technologies
$125000 - $232000
San Diego, CA
As a Senior Specialist FPGA Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of high-performance Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) for cutting-edge communications applications. Your strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously will enable you to deliver high-quality FPGA solutions that meet stringent performance, reliability, and cost requirements.
L3Harris Technologies
$127500 - $236500
San Diego, CA
The PCB Designer will effectively utilize design software deployed at L3Harris to create, modify, review, and validate PCB designs for rigid, flexible, and rigid-flex printed circuit boards. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
L3Harris Technologies
$125000 - $232000
San Diego, CA
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Seattle, Washington D.C., Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area, the city of Denver, Washington State and New York City, the salary range for this role is $125,000-$232,000. The designer will apply their knowledge designing low and high voltage, high frequency switch mode power supplies in collaboration with fellow senior power supply engineers.
Vertiv
$113300 - $141625
San Diego, CA
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Customer Focus– Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customer; Gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; Acts with customers in mind; Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Interpersonal Savvy - Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; listens; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; truly values people; can diffuse tension.
L3Harris Technologies
$127500 - $236500
San Diego, CA
Lead engineering program technical, schedule, and cost performance for projects with Hardware Engineering scope to include proposal reviews and cost approvals, engineering program reviews, and oversight of key technical decisions. • Partner and work very closely with the Engineering Leadership team, Business Development and Program Management to ensure strategy alignment, execution of projects and cross-team collaboration to achieve sector objectives.
L3Harris Technologies
$80500 - $149500
San Diego, CA
Candidates will work closely with Systems and Software Engineering, CAD, Components Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet all requirements and are producible. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
POWER Engineers
$75000 - $85000
San Diego, CA
Power System Planning Studies: steady-state real and reactive power flow including outage contingencies, generation interconnect feasibility, P-V and Q-V analysis for voltage stability margins, dynamic stability performance, automation of large batch simulations, working with models from NERC regional entities (WECC, MRO, SERC etc.), NERC compliance. + Infrastructure Design Studies: substation grounding, corona and electric and magnetic fields, insulation coordination (lightning, switching surge, and contamination performance), transient (time domain) simulation, power quality (harmonics, voltage flicker, over/under voltage, etc.), motor starting, AC interference (transmission line interaction with railroads and pipelines).
POWER Engineers
$75000 - $80000
San Diego, CA
Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. + The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
Scientific Research Corporation
San Diego, CA
Designing, developing, testing, and overseeing the manufacture and installation of electrical equipment, components, and systems that support DoD communication networks and related mission‑critical platforms. Minimum three years of full‑time professional engineering experience, including at least one year directly performing design, development, testing, or supervision of electrical systems for DoD communication networks or related infrastructure.
Caltek Staffing
San Diego, CA
This role will work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineering, firmware development, and electrochemistry to drive innovation and deliver high-quality products. Help with the transition of electrical designs from R&D to pilot-scale production and large-volume manufacturing, ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM) and testability (DFT).
ESRhealthcare and EXEC STAFF RECRUITERS
$175000 - $225000
San Diego, California
Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication and documentation. Execute complex engineering tasks involving planning, preparation, data/information collection and analysis and decision-making in a process involving peer reviews and documentation of the results.
Monarch Quantum
$190000 - $235000
San Diego, CA
Lead complex engineering programs from concept through production, including requirements definition, architecture development, risk assessment, and cross‑functional alignment. This position is ideal for a highly experienced engineer who thrives in ambiguity, leads with initiative, and elevates the technical bar for the entire organization.
Monarch Quantum
$175000 - $225000
San Diego, CA
Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication and documentation. Execute complex engineering tasks involving planning, preparation, data/information collection and analysis and decision-making in a process involving peer reviews and documentation of the results.
ESRhealthcare and EXEC STAFF RECRUITERS
$125000 - $175000
San Diego, California
Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication and documentation. Execute complex engineering tasks involving planning, preparation, data/information collection and analysis and decision-making in a process involving peer reviews and documentation of the results.
K2 Staffing
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
Perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM. Our client is an award-winning engineering firm recognized as a “Best Place to Work” for the past 15 years.
Monarch Quantum
$125000 - $175000
San Diego, CA
Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication and documentation. Execute complex engineering tasks involving planning, preparation, data/information collection and analysis and decision-making in a process involving peer reviews and documentation of the results.
Zen Sherpa LLC
$80000 - $95000
San Diego, CA
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer – Building Systems to design power distribution, lighting, and electrical systems for innovative modular buildings used in commercial, multifamily, hospitality, and industrial applications. You’ll work closely with mechanical, architectural, and fabrication teams to deliver high‑quality, code‑compliant electrical designs that support rapid, repeatable, and scalable modular construction.
K2 Staffing
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
Our client, in San Diego, is an award-winning engineering firm that has been named "Best Place to Work" for the past 15 years. Perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM.
Vets Hired
San Diego, California
Minimum three years of full-time professional engineering experience, including at least one year performing design, development, testing, or supervision of electrical systems for DoD communication networks or related infrastructure. Design, develop, test, and oversee the manufacture and installation of electrical equipment, components, and systems supporting DoD communication networks and mission-critical platforms.
ESRhealthcare and EXEC STAFF RECRUITERS
San Diego, California
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and integrating aircraft avionics and electrical systems, including electrical architecture development, power distribution design, grounding network design, and system-level integration. Experience establishing requirements, developing schematic drawings, creating a bill of materials and designing electrical power systems.
Natilus
San Diego, CA
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and integrating aircraft avionics and electrical systems, including electrical architecture development, power distribution design, grounding network design, and system-level integration. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure.
Harrison Consulting Solutions
San Diego, CA
Prepare calculations including whole building electrical loads, lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, editing specification sections, and creating punch lists. Troubleshoot/resolve complex problems (conflicting design requirements, code issues, varying design options, and difficult condition requirements).
General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems
$84854 - $157586
San Diego, California
Job Summary: Plans and implements the design, manufacture, installation and/or maintenance of electrical systems and apparatus, such as electric motors, machinery controls, wiring and power systems/devices, for the generation, transmission and control of electric power. Company Overview: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world.
Affiliated Engineers, Inc.
San Diego, CA
AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work. As you gain project experience, you will take on a greater role in leading electrical project teams, writing specifications, participating in project meetings with clients and other consultants, and supporting construction-phase work.
Affiliated Engineers, Inc.
$23 - $27
San Diego, CA
In this role, you will have the opportunity to approach design in unconventional ways, apply your knowledge while working on significant and complex projects, work alongside professionals known for advanced engineering solutions, observe how a successful engineering firm operates, establish ties that could solidify your professional future, and learn within a friendly, supportive environment. AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work.
Judge Group
$110000 - $150000
San Diego, CA
You will contribute significantly to ongoing R&D initiatives and continuous performance improvement of our C-UAS effectors, including developing comprehensive test plans, conducting data measurements and collection, and participating in hands-on field and laboratory test & evaluation activities. Test and troubleshoot hardware systems through the analysis of hardware schematics, component datasheets, and PCB layout; driving root cause analysis and resolution of process issues, non-conformances, and yield concerns.
Judge Group
$80000 - $100000
San Diego, CA
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Assist in component selection and BOM generation, including analysis of component datasheets for electrical characteristics, operating range, and supply-chain availability.
The Perillo Group
$100000 - $150000
San Diego, CA
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team in San Diego with pay ranging from 100K-150K. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electrical systems and components for various projects.
K2 Staffing
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
Perform technical calculations (e.g., arc flash, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using tools like ETAP, SKM, EnergyPro, or IES VE. Construction & Commissioning Support Support construction administration by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, attending site meetings, and documenting punch walk reports.
Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries
Escondido, California
Company Overview: Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Job Overview: Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries.
Apple
San Diego, CA
Self driven and highly motivated with passion for crafting and innovating, attention to details, strong problem-solving skills + Hands-on maker demonstrated through hardware projects, passion for bringing ideas to life + Need to be comfortable working in fast paced and highly collaborative work environment Proficiency in EE validation/characterization tasks, and familiar with lab equipment and test automation + Develop factory test plan and manage manufacturer partner to conduct data collection, and analyze large-scale data Ability to communicate and present technology updates and project status to executives and functional teams Consumer electronics and high-volume production experience + Modern display technologies, such as LCD, TFT, OLED, LED etc. + Experience with design and analysis in one of these areas: power electronics, analog/digital circuits, or high-speed signal integrity + Hands-on experience in hardware prototype bring-up, debugging, validation and failure analysis + Experience with full ECAD workflow for schematic capture, PCB layout, BOM generation + Skills in scripting, factory data processing, or test automation, and programming experience in Python, Shell script, MATLAB or similar .
CDM Smith
San Diego, CA
In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.
Sargent & Lundy
$66000 - $94810
San Diego, CA
This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects. Ability to work with Designer to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.
Sargent & Lundy
$72690 - $106250
San Diego, CA
Responsibilities: This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects. Ability to work with Designer to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.
Sargent & Lundy
$95840 - $147870
San Diego, CA
This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects. Ability to work with Designer to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.
Affiliated Engineers, Inc.
$140000 - $190000
San Diego, CA
Recognized in the Top 10 Healthcare Engineering Firms in 2024 for and Top 2 Science and Technology Firm in 2024 by Building Design + Construction Magazine, AEI is dedicated to enhancing public health and improving patient outcomes, advancing revolutionary biomedical research, and enabling the next generation of scientific discovery and technological innovation through remarkable design and award-winning projects. Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) is a leading, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm and collaborative community of over 900 employees across 21 offices nationwide who plan, design, and deliver high-performance, innovative, and holistic engineering solutions — positively impacting society and advancing humankind.
Sargent & Lundy
$131960 - $205330
San Diego, CA
As a Project Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding junior and senior-level engineers and designers in protection and controls engineering design efforts, including providing guidance with the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of the engineering work. As a Project Lead of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of substation modifications and upgrades to support client requirements and reviews including creating calculations, document designs, and specifications.
General Atomics
San Diego, CA
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. + Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and two or more years of progressive experience in operation and maintenance of electrical equipment.
General Atomics
Poway, CA
This opportunity involves working within a multidisciplinary team of engineers—including electrical, control, mechanical, and other cross-functional experts—to design and develop bi-directional AC/DC converters for motor drive and power generation applications. + Create and maintain documentation to support production, including test procedures, records, bills of materials, interface control documents (ICDs), specification control documents (SCDs), engineering change orders (ECOs), and production support materials.
General Atomics
Poway, CA
Must have a general understanding of electrical engineering concepts, such as power, grounding, analog/digital circuitry, databus architectures, etc., experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts, and ability to expand knowledge of related concepts, theories, and practices. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources or information, and potential problems to be encountered with work reviewed regularly for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy.
Carollo Engineers Inc.
$150000 - $200000
San Diego, California
Preferred Qualifications: 15+ years of wastewater and reuse design experience in the field of environmental consulting engineering with an emphasis in hydraulics, physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes and treatment plant design for water, wastewater, and/or reuse. 10+ years of wastewater and reuse design experience in the field of environmental consulting engineering with an emphasis in hydraulics, physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes and treatment plant design for wastewater and reuse.
Samtec, Inc
San Diego, CA
Samtec Optical Group Co-Op & Internship Opportunities Samtec, Inc., a $1B+ privately held, global electronic connector manufacturer headquartered in New Albany, Indiana, with high growth and a focus on emerging technology, is seeking engineering Co-Ops and interns for its Optical Group locations in Santa Clara, CA, Vista, CA, and Colorado Springs, CO. The position will be responsible for completing assigned projects, building trust with team members, maintaining customer focus, as well as initiating and following up on actions taken.
Samtec, Inc
San Diego, CA
Samtec Optical Group Co-Op & Internship Opportunities Samtec, Inc., a $1B+ privately held, global electronic connector manufacturer headquartered in New Albany, Indiana, with high growth and a focus on emerging technology, is seeking engineering Co-Ops and interns for its Optical Group locations in Santa Clara, CA, Vista, CA, and Colorado Springs, CO. The position will be responsible for completing assigned projects, building trust with team members, maintaining customer focus, as well as initiating and following up on actions taken.
ActioNet, Inc
$70000 - $90000
San Diego, CA
ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT Solutions Provider with strong qualifications and expertise in Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security, and IT Managed Services. Wi-Fi Network Deployments: Conduct site surveys as part of the project team to determine optimal access point placement, install and configure wireless access points (including mounting and cabling), and validate Wi-Fi coverage using appropriate survey tools, including in secure facilities.
Cesna Recruitment
$60000 - $80000
San Diego, CA
Conduct troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for technical issues identified during customer support, field activities, or Service Center operations. - Maintain equipment, instruments, and parts inventory within the U.S. Service Center to ensure operational readiness and proper functionality.
Malin Space Science Systems, Inc.
San Diego, CA
Malin Space Science Systems (MSSS) is a private technology company that designs, develops and operates space camera systems for government and commercial aerospace customers and provides services in spacecraft instrument operations and space science research. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
TrellisWare Technologies
$115000 - $185000
San Diego, CA
TrellisWare is looking for RF engineers who can combine the latest integrated components alongside custom-designed discrete filters and amplifiers, balancing transmit power, battery life, spurs and harmonics, receive selectivity, noise figure, and overall size to produce cutting-edge radios. To be considered for this position, you would need to meet, at a minimum, the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here: RF cascade analysis and optimization for both noise figure and performance in strong interference environments.
Malin Space Science Systems, Inc
San Diego, CA
Malin Space Science Systems (MSSS) is a private technology company that designs, develops and operates space camera systems for government and commercial aerospace customers and provides services in spacecraft instrument operations and space science research. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Caltek Staffing
San Diego, CA
This role will work closely with electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrochemistry, and software teams to bring biosensing systems from prototype to production. Develop and execute firmware test plans, including unit testing, integration testing, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.