Lead electrical system design for innovative robotics in a mission-critical environment at Atoms in San Francisco.
Posted by employer 8 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 hour ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 hour ago
What you'll build
- Lead electrical system design and analysis
- Prepare electrical calculations, drawings, and specifications
- Design power distribution and charging circuits
- Partner with utility providers
- Support construction administration
Must have
- 7–10 years of electrical engineering experience
- Demonstrated experience with power distribution
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70/70E
- Experience preparing permit-ready electrical drawings
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Practical constraints
- Onsite, five days a week
Requirements
- Experience
- 7–10 years
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Electrical Engineer for Mission Critical at Atoms is responsible for leading the design and analysis of electrical systems for both new and retrofit facilities, focusing on power distribution and emergency power solutions. Key skills include expertise in electrical design for high-power facilities, familiarity with relevant codes, and experience in managing permitting processes. This role is suited for professionals with 7-10 years of experience and a strong background in commercial or industrial electrical engineering. Atoms emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, aiming to innovate within the physical world.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 27, 2026. Last confirmed on Atoms's careers page October 27, 2026.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$129,022).
- Starts above 54% of 1267 comparable senior other roles in United States we track (median $144,000 across 186 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Francisco, CA, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Atoms lists $149,000–$175,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 7–10 years of relevant experience for this Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical role.
- Where is the role based?
- Atoms is hiring for this position in San Francisco, CA, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Atoms targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical role at Atoms.
From the original posting
What you’ll do
- Lead electrical system design and analysis — power distribution, service entrance design, panel/switchgear sizing, lighting, and emergency/standby power — for new and retrofit facilities across Atoms' portfolio.
- Prepare electrical calculations, drawings, and specifications for permit submittal across multiple jurisdictions.
- Design power distribution and charging circuits for EV/AV charging and support infrastructure, including coordinating transformer and service upgrades.
- Partner with utility providers to secure power availability, service upgrades, and timely energization for new sites.
- Partner with Structural, Building Design, Civil, and MEP consultant teams to resolve system conflicts and keep designs constructible and cost-effective.
- Review and respond to plan check comments from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and utility providers to keep permitting and energization on schedule.
- Evaluate vendor and manufacturer electrical equipment submittals (switchgear, EV charging hardware, backup power systems) for code compliance and site suitability.
- Support construction administration, including RFIs, submittal review, and field observation for electrical systems.
- Build and refine standardized electrical details and design templates that can be reused across Atoms' different business lines to support rapid, repeatable deployment.
What we’re looking for
- 7–10 years of electrical engineering experience, including design for commercial, industrial, or high-power facilities
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; ability to obtain additional state licensure/reciprocity as needed
- Demonstrated experience with power distribution, service entrance, and panel/switchgear design
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70/70E, and local utility interconnection requirements
- Experience preparing permit-ready electrical drawings and independently managing AHJ and utility plan review/energization cycles
What else you need to know
This role is based in our San Francisco office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.
The base salary range for this role is $149,000 - $175,000 per year.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.
Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
- Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
- Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
- Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
- Pet insurance discount.
- 401(k).
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Time Off policies:
- Discretionary vacation days
- 8 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time
- Paid Bereavement leave
- Paid Parental Leave
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