Electrical Engineer I/II

City of Mesa - Engineering Department; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Mesa – Engineering Department seeks Electrical Engineer I or II to support the electric utility and capital projects. The role spans design, field oversight, and coordination with City departments to ensure Mesa infrastructure meets city standards.

The I level focuses on load calculations, transformer sizing, and preliminary design, using AutoCAD and GIS in daily work. The II level adds senior responsibilities, including system studies and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field; power systems coursework preferred.
• EIT certification required prior to hire or promotion for the II level is preferred.
• AutoCAD experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with GIS is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Engineer I: assist with planning, design, and operation of the City’s electric utility; perform load calculations; size transformers and conductors; evaluate voltage configurations; assist with cost estimates and material specs; prepare drawings with AutoCAD and GIS.
• Electrical Engineer II: lead higher‑level design, planning, and operation of the electric utility and CIP projects; conduct system studies; review designs for NESC compliance; perform electrical calculations and cost analyses; provide technical direction to staff; extend knowledge of power systems and distribution design.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Make an Impact in Mesa's Electric Utility and Capital Infrastructure

The City of Mesa is seeking an Electrical Engineer I/II for its Engineering Department. The current vacancy will be filled at either the Electrical Engineer I or Electrical Engineer II level, with the recruitment also establishing a Citywide eligibility list for potential future vacancies.This position supports both the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and the operation, maintenance, planning, and improvement of the City of Mesa electric utility.

Engineering manages the design and construction of Mesa infrastructure projects including the procurement of these services. We also coordinate with private developers and other entities, such as non-city utilities, to ensure that our infrastructure is built to Mesa standards and the land and rights of way are used for the benefit of the public.

The role provides an opportunity to work on practical electrical engineering projects that directly affect the community, including electric distribution infrastructure, municipal facilities, utility systems, and major capital projects.

The position combines engineering design, project management, utility operations, construction oversight, electrical system analysis, and coordination with other City departments and outside agencies.

Electrical Engineer I - $69,685.41 - $97,620.22

The Electrical Engineer I is an entry-level position that supports the planning, design, and operation of the City's electric utility. Tasked with projects both overhead and underground, engineers will:

• Perform electrical load calculations
• Size transformers and conductors
• Evaluate voltage configurations (and voltage loss)
• Determine equipment placements; and
• Assisting with the cost estimates and material specification of our electrical improvement projects

This position uses AutoCAD and GIS to prepare drawings, maps, and other technical documents in their day-to-day work. Engineers will also be in the field, inspecting and reviewing installations for compliance with city standards and design specifications.

Electrical Engineer I - Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, preferably with power systems coursework.
• Valid Arizona Class D driver’s license by the date of hire.
• Approximately 6 months-1 year of electrical engineering, computer modeling, or related electric utility experience is preferred.
• AutoCAD experience is preferred (not required)

Electrical Engineer II - $88,949.33 - $124,603.65

The Electrical Engineer II position is responsible for the higher-level design, planning, and operation of the City's electric utility, and complex CIP projects. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting system studies
• Resolving design or filed-related issues
• Reviews Engineering work for compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC); and
• performing electrical calculations and cost analyses

As a more advanced position, the Electrical Engineer II will provide technical direction (and training) to lower-level staff, review their work, and make recommendations regarding electric system procedures, expansion plans, and system improvements. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of power systems, electric distribution design, utility equipment and materials, engineering principles, and applicable regulations. Extended experience with AutoCad, GIS, and utility engineering software is preferred.

Electrical Engineer II - Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in electric systems engineering, transmission, primary distribution systems, or a related field.
• Electric utility or operations experience is preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required prior to hire or promotion.
• Valid Arizona Class D driver’s license by the date of hire or promotion.