Assistant Engineer

California Water Service

Job Description:

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for electrical and controls engineering related to the planning, design, project and construction management of water facilities. The Electrical Engineer must possess a detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical construction, and motor control centers. This position is located in Torrance, CA.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares construction drawings and writes specifications in the process of completing electrical design of above and below ground water system facilities

• Performs advanced engineering calculations for low and medium voltage power distribution and motor control including:

  • Short circuit current calculations

  • Voltage drop calculations

  • Breaker coordination studies

  • Arc Flash Analysis

• Prepares construction contracts, bids projects, and awards contracts

• Specifies, develops bid packages, and procures major equipment

• Preparesrequests for proposals (RFP) and analyzes/selects successful consultants or vendors

• Manages project scope, schedule, and budget

• Manages and communicates with project-specific contractors, consultants, agencies, and staff

• Prepares data tables, graphs, cost estimations, justifications, and reports required for evaluations and projects in multiple water systems

• Interprets and understands engineering construction reports and drawings and provides input or guidance

• Prepares and publishes various documents and reports for distribution to communities as well as state and local government agencies

• Utilizes Company financial software to accurately monitor project costs during and at the end of a project

• Provides input and assists in the Companys Public Utility Commission (PUC) rate case filings including cost estimating and justification for projects

• Provides input and assists in the preparation of the Companys annual capital budget

• Provides construction management and shared field inspection at the location of the project construction

• Provides technical support for system operations and maintenance

• Presents information in a public forum to state or local government agencies, special districts or local communities

• Participates in and supports the Companys Continuous Improvement program and projects

• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

• Performs work on-site in assigned office location

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineeringand/or equivalent relevant water utility experience

• Two years of experience working as an electrical engineer

• Project management skills

• Ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

• Experience with AutoCAD software and development of design plans

• Valid California Driver License

• California Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or California Professional Electrical Engineer (CA PE) registration desirable

• Proficiency in ETAP or similar power system modeling software is desirable

• Detailed knowledge and experience in the following areas:

  • Design of motor control centers

  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code

  • Electrical construction

  • Working with consultants and contractors

  • Water, wastewater, or other related process industry experience

Salary Range: $115,283.58 - $177,305.68 (DOE)

Deadline to submit resume is OPEN UNTIL FILLED