Engineer I

Salary : $83,905.00 - $109,077.00 Annually
Location : City of Homestead, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Utilities Department
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt

General Function:
Employee designs and prepares the necessary plans and work orders for construction for the Electric Utilities Department. Work includes any and all functions related to new electrical facilities and to modifications needed for existing electric infrastructure. Performance of work is evaluated for speed, accuracy, customer satisfaction level and technical abilities.

Reports To:
Reports to: Distribution & Engineering Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Designs and prepares the necessary plans and work orders for electric utility department construction.
• Coordinates design, schedules, materials and due dates with customers, developers, crew personnel, procurement, field contractors and others in the engineering department.
• Performs field visits to ascertain customer design needs related to the electrical system.
• Surveys and stakes lines for construction.
• Contacts departments, builders, contractors, architects, engineers, and other related to the building industry on matters relative to work requested to be performed.
• Analyzes customer plans to determine all information necessary to provide the proper services or work to be performed.
• Transfers all related pertinent information in proper form in order for the completion of instructions.
• Negotiates, describes and secures recordable easements and right-of-ways.
• Analyzes customer plans to determine demand, metering equipment, voltage equipment, etc.
• Determines customer contribution where applicable.
• Maintains maps of all streets, subdivision, utility lines, etc.
• Prepares graphs, charts, maps, etc., needed for the preparation of the Electric Utilities budget.
• Operates PC computer as needed.
• Performs other job-related work as assigned or required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or any related degree.
• Ability to work well with customers and peers.
• Solid negotiating skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Electrical Utility processes.
• Thorough knowledge of operation of all equipment in Engineering Division.
• Three years of specific preparation in distribution work.
• Ability to prepare construction plans for utilities.
• Able to read and prepare proper legal descriptions.
• Willingness to work extra hours as needed.
• Must have the ability to meet the physical requirements as outlined in the attached worksheet.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must pass a background screening process.

Type of Appointment/Work hours:

• Full-time/Regular in-person position.
• Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week usually consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day. The workday may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.
• Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.

Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions:
The physical and environmental demands for this position have been listed on the last page of this description. Physical and environmental demands must be met to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Core Competencies:

• Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.
• Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.
• Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.
• Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.
• Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and comply with the City's Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
A signature acknowledges that the employee understands the requirements (physical and otherwise) and essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
Employee Name: Date: _________________
Signature:
01

Please describe any coursework, internships, co-op experience, or academic projects related to power systems.
02

Which engineering software programs have you used, such as AutoCAD, GIS, ETAP, PowerWorld, MATLAB, or Excel? Briefly describe how you used them.
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Please describe your experience reading or preparing electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, or construction drawings.
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Describe a technical problem you solved individually or as part of a team. Explain your role and the outcome.
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Why are you interested in electric utility engineering, and are you comfortable working in both office and field environments?
Required Question