Water Utility Electrical Engineer

Water Utility Electrical Engineer Type: Direct Hire, Temporary (W2 employee of our client) Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite) Salary: $115K – $160K per year, DOE

About the Role This temporary Water Utility Electrical Engineer role handles electrical and controls engineering for the planning, design, and construction of water facilities, onsite in San Jose, CA. We are partnered with California’s largest water utility to recruit for an approximately six-month engagement. The work spans electrical design and project and construction management across multiple water systems, and requires detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical construction, and motor control centers (MCCs). The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time temporary employee directly with our client. Relocation required if not within commuting distance of San Jose.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Design and Engineering

• Prepare construction drawings and write specifications for the electrical design of above- and below-ground water system facilities.
• Perform advanced engineering calculations for low- and medium-voltage power distribution and motor control, including short circuit current, arc flash, voltage drop, and breaker coordination studies.
• Interpret engineering construction reports and drawings, provide input or guidance, and provide technical support for system operations and maintenance. Project Delivery and Procurement
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget, and monitor project costs in company financial software during and at the end of each project.
• Prepare construction contracts, bid projects, and award contracts; specify major equipment, develop bid packages, and procure equipment.
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and analyze and select consultants or vendors.
• Manage and communicate with project contractors, consultants, agencies, and staff.
• Provide construction management and shared field inspection at project construction sites. Planning, Rate Case, and Public Reporting
• Prepare data tables, graphs, cost estimates, justifications, and reports for evaluations and projects across multiple water systems.
• Support Public Utility Commission (PUC) rate case filings with cost estimates and project justifications, and assist with the annual capital budget.
• Prepare and publish documents for communities and state and local agencies, and present in public forums to agencies, special districts, and local communities.
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement program and projects.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and/or equivalent relevant water utility experience.
• Two years of experience working as an electrical engineer.
• Detailed knowledge of and experience with motor control center design, the National Electrical Code, and electrical construction.
• Detailed knowledge of and experience working with consultants and contractors.
• Water, wastewater, or other related process industry experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD software and development of design plans.
• Project management skills and the ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid California Driver License.

Preferred

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

Compensation & Employment Employment Type: Direct hire, temporary. The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time temporary employee directly with our client. Salary: $115K – $160K per year, DOE Estimated Duration: Approximately six months Work Model: Onsite at our client's San Jose office; not eligible for remote or hybrid work. Travel: Travel to project construction sites for construction management and field inspection.

Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.