Electrical Engineer

Job Title

Join a team of highly motivated professionals that are doing exciting work! We hope you'll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity to join our State Water Project team and help deliver water to over 27 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

Why Choose Us:

We own and operate our own facilities, which is the largest water and power delivery system in the United States. And as owners and operators of our own infrastructure, we are empowered to make the right choices in design, detailing, and materials to ensure public safety and facility reliability. We are not driven by the cost-cutting measures or unrealistic expectations that you may find in the private sector. Instead, direct the operations and maintenance of the State Water Project to safely deliver and optimize the uses of available water with environmental sensitivity.

At DWR you will have the support of knowledgeable and helpful colleagues, robust training programs, and professional organizational memberships for your professional growth. Our large organization provides an opportunity for a long and promising career full of growth and opportunity.

Duties

Under the direction of the Manager, Electrical Engineering Branch 1, Electrical Engineering Section B, the incumbent is a journey level person that assists in performing difficult engineering tasks in preparing design drawings and specifications; preparing cost estimates; assists with construction inspection and contract administration; performing start-up of electrical systems and equipment; directing investigations of problems and failures related to electrical system and equipment in the State Water Project (SWP) and other projects; and providing technical assistance in the development, design and implementation of the corrective action. Support and participate in all phases of the Cradle to Grave strategies including planning, design, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, and maintenance to enhance organizational programs, and increase expertise, safety, and sustainability. This position requires that the incumbent work cooperatively with others; maintain regular, consistent, and predictable attendance; analyze data and event reports accurately; exercise sound judgment; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; provide timely, cost effective, and quality engineering services to meet the needs of the Department's clients; work proactively to analyze data and event reports and take effective action to complete projects on time and within budget; and coordinate efforts with other participants, and Department's clients.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.