ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Electric Carport

Excellent CalPERS state pension plan

401(k) and 457(b) Plans

Flexible Schedules

Generous paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) seeks an Electrical Engineer to support the Public Safety Communications (PSC) Microwave Engineering Division in Sacramento County.

The role involves assisting with design, installation, maintenance and operation of CAPSNET and related statewide telecommunications systems, reporting to senior engineers, and contributing to cost estimates and risk notifications.

Qualifications

• Experience with telecommunications or networking equipment is desirable.
• Ability to document and coordinate installation activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering leads in design, installation, maintenance and operation of statewide telecommunications systems.
• Develop technical reports and equipment selection criteria; provide project cost estimates for parts and labor.
• Notify supervisor of risks to budget, schedule, or scope; ensure services meet critical operational requirements.

Job description

Job Posting: Electrical Engineer

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

JC-525814 Electrical Engineer ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

$6,488.00 - $9,296.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/3/2026

Job Description and Duties

Public Safety Communications (PSC), Microwave Engineering Division, CAPSNET Access unit, is responsible for a wide array of engineering activities and services related to the public safety communications systems engineering and design for public safety agencies, including both state and non-state entities, operating within the State of California.

Under the direction of a Senior Telecommunications Engineer, the Electrical Engineer assists the Associate and Senior engineers in telecommunications engineering work in connection with design, installation, maintenance and operation of statewide telecommunications systems.

In large system implementations, the incumbent assists engineering lead persons. Participates in developing technical reports and equipment selection criteria; providing project cost estimates for parts and labor; and notifying the supervisor of risks to project budget, schedule, or scope. Additionally, the incumbent ensures engineering services for public safety communications meet the critical operational requirements of the state.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

This position is located at the Public Safety Communications Campus in Sacramento County.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-525814

Position #(s): 163-721-3613-008

Working Title: Electrical Engineer

Classification: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

$6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A

$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Public Safety Communications (PSC) Technical Services Branch provides a variety of services to PSC and the public safety agencies it serves. The Branch oversees the California Public Safety Microwave Network (CAPSNET), licensing of public safety radio spectrum with the FCC, and a host of ancillary services that support PSC’s service delivery.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Public Safety Communications | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

1. Experience or knowledge of telecommunications or networking equipment and the documenting and/or coordinating installation thereof.
2. Familiarity and/or ability with the following concepts:
   • a. DC Power systems.
   • b. Experience planning or implementing radio telecom systems.
   • c. Lab/troubleshooting experience with radio or networking equipment.
   • d. Site investigation and documentation for equipment installations.
3. Experience successfully using oral and written communications skills to present and/or create test reports and/or produce step-by-step instructions for installations of electronics equipment; preferably, but not limited to, radio, telecom, or IP devices.
4. Ability to be an effective contributor on multi-disciplinary collaborative projects.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

HR Unit - MG

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Your SOQ may determine your qualifications for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you may proceed to the hiring interview.

A resume in lieu of SOQ responses may disqualify applicant from consideration.

A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications for the Electrical Engineer, CAPSNET Access Unit.

The SOQ should outline how you meet any or all of the desirable qualifications outlined in the Desirable Qualifications and Duty Statement.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS: The SOQ shall not be 3 or more pages, single-sided.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. Describe an engineering experience working with a team to achieve a common project goal. Specifically outline what your role and responsibilities were on the project and how they relate to the desirable qualifications for this position.
2. Describe experience level you may have planning the installation of, testing, troubleshooting, and/or evaluating the performance of telecommunication and/or network devices. In your description specifically speak to your familiarity with all four of the following subjects:
   • Radio telecom system installations.
   • DC or battery powered systems.
   • IP Network system topology.
   • Equipment evaluation, documentation and/or writing technical instructions.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package

Exam & Additional Information

To obtain list eligibility please click on the link below:

Electrical Engineer - Exam EX-1723

Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025): Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025), which reduces employee pay in exchange for leave credits. The reduction amount and leave credits vary by bargaining unit. Salary range(s) listed do not reflect this temporary reduction.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.