Electrical Engineer, Level 1

Sugarpine Engineering is a growing MEP engineering and consulting firm working in many sectors and diversified project types.

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and basic familiarity with applying the principles of engineering.

Primary location: Reno, Nevada or Truckee, California.

• Design: Use AutoCAD and Revit to produce designs. Work under the supervision of a Senior Electrical Engineer. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues, clients, supervisor, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements and expectations are met or exceeded. 
• Research and Innovation: Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to bring innovative solutions to the company. 
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed engineering calculations, notes, and drawings. 
• Some travel and assistance to the leadership team as necessary.

• Customary daily commute to the primary location. 
• Travel within and to California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Utah, and other locations for training, construction site visits, and meetings. 
• Travel by air and road. Ability to arrange your own travel, rent a car, take transit or ridesharing, taxi, flights, hotel, etc. 
• Some construction sites are in rural non-urban locations without transit. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license for most travel.

• Education: ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE). 
• Technical Skills: Basic knowledge or exposure to CAD/design software and tools. Experience with MS Office and other relevant production software. Proficiency with technical grammar for prompting AI systems. 
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Hey, it’s engineering. 
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. 
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, including in-person, hybrid, and remotely. 
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Ability to obtain Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) certification within the first year. 

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) certification.
• Experience or training in AutoCAD and Revit. 
• Experience with sustainable and green building, energy modeling, solar, EVs. 
• Knowledge and experience related to the construction or utilities industries. 

Salary range: $70,000 to $80,000 per year depending on qualifications. Opportunity for rapid career progression with exceptional contributions. We offer reimbursement for health insurance, a matching retirement plan, PTO, career growth, and professional development opportunities.

Additionally, this position offers the unique benefit of living in the beautiful Reno – Tahoe area, close to snowboarding, skiing, biking, hiking, horses, off-roading, and other outdoor activities.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV/resume and a letter of interest.

Sugarpine Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Please only apply if you meet the Mandatory Qualifications.

Please no contact. We will not work with recruiters for this position.