Electrical Engineer (Construction, Water, or Utilities)

Ignitec infuses industry standards and leading technology capabilities to solve complex problems and deliver value with increased quality and lower performance risks. Our solutions combine top technology personnel, the latest cutting-edge technology, and Agile approaches to bring innovative ideas to life. We do not seek to meet expectation, we continuously strive to exceed them.

We have received our MBE Certification from NMSDC as a certified Minority Small Business Enterprise. We take pride in the MBE certification and partner with organizations to meet their Minority (D&I) Small Business goals. We are also a certified Minority Business Enterprise by the USPAACC, which recently awarded Ignitec “The FAST 50 Asian American Business Award” in 2022. We are also DBE certified by the Virginia Department of SBSD.

The Electrical Water Systems 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.

Job Location: San Jose, CA

US Citizen and Green Card Holder/Permanent Resident Eligible

Prior water industry experience is desired but not required; seeking industries in Utility Services, Energy, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or equivalent relevant water utility experience
• +3 yrs. 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
• 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

Job Duties:

• 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
• Prepares construction contracts, bids projects, and awards contracts
• Specifies, develops bid packages, and procures major equipment
• Prepares requests 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 Company’s Public Utility Commission (PUC) rate case filings including cost estimating and justification for projects
• Provides input and assists in the preparation of the Company’s 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 Company’s Continuous Improvement program and projects
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level