Electrical Engineer I/Gwp

The Position

Under general direction of senior management, this classification performs difficult professional engineering work and assists in training and directing subordinate staff.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

Ensures Department services are provided with the highest level of customer service and ethical standards.

Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of designs, specifications, plans, estimates, studies and reports involved in the construction, maintenance and operation of an electric utility and communication system.

Performs power systems studies and failure analysis.

Reviews and analyzes costs, and conducts cost-benefit studies in the construction and operation of the electric utility system. Conducts long-range planning studies.

Supervises and participates in engineering and research investigations.

Prepares engineering specifications, request proposals, staff reports, and contract documents. Analyzes bids, and prepares and oversees contracts.

Oversees projects, including the budgeting, scheduling, resource planning, monitoring and controlling.

Meets with the public and representatives of other agencies regarding engineering and construction requirements. Represents the Department in committees and industry associations.

Reviews construction work for compliance with industry and safety standards, engineering specifications, and design requirements.

Supervises employees in the Electrical Engineering Office or Power Supply Group in assigned engineering tasks. Reviews and evaluates employees' job performance and recommends appropriate personnel action.

Ensures that all work practices and documentation are in compliance with existing and future industry and safety standards, such as the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) Reliability Standards, the General Industry Safety Orders (95, 128 and 165), the National Electricity Safety Code (NESC), the National Electrical Code (NEC), and the California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA).

May drive on City business depending on the needs of the position.

Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.

Develops designs for the overhead and underground transmission and distribution system, electrical substations, SCADA, generating plants, pumping facilities, and street lighting system.

Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Minimum Requirements

Experience

Two years of professional experience in electrical engineering, including one year in the electric utility field.

Education/Training

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

License(s)/Certification(s)

Valid Class C California driver's license.

Registration as an Electrical Engineer with the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

Applicable safety rules, practices and procedures.

Electrical power system design and construction practices.

Engineering economics.

Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the National Electricity Safety Code (NESC) and the General Industry Safety Orders (95, 128).

Operations of an electric utility.

Principles of supervision.

Utility financial and accounting practices.

Skill in:

Electrical power system design.

Ability to:

Provide exceptional customer service to those using departmental services.

Apply project management principles to initiate, direct, monitor, and control engineering and construction projects.

Effectively communicate with the public regarding Department policies, plans and requirements.

Effectively supervise subordinates.

Establish and maintain smooth and effective working relationships and resolve interpersonal conflicts.

Foster a teamwork environment.

Lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees.

Make effective presentations.

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Organize the work of an engineering staff.

Prepare, analyze and compare the economic and reliability characteristics of alternative designs or plans.

Provide clear work instruction.

Read, write, communicate effectively, and comprehend directions in English.

Review and evaluate employees' job performance.

Other Characteristics

Willingness to:

Respond to system emergencies.

Initiate, recommend and carry out personnel actions.

Work overtime as requested.

Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Promotional Eligibility

Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification on file in the Human Resources Department. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).

Note

An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.

There is no recognized equivalent for registration as an Electrical Engineer with the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy

The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.

Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.

Selection Process

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. All qualifying applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.

Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70.00% on the oral interview in order to be placed on the eligible list.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Any evaluation will be based on the candidate's education and experience as related to the position.

Any examination will be to evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge, and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination.

The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.