Electrical Engineer IV (EN-24)

Board of Water Supply; Hawaii; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off (up to 21 vacation days and 21 sick leave days)

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A municipal water authority in Honolulu seeks experienced licensed Electrical Engineers. The role involves reviewing and approving electrical designs for city infrastructure projects. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and three years of professional experience. The position offers a competitive salary, generous time off, and comprehensive health coverage. Applicants must also possess a valid Electrical Engineer license in Hawaii. Join to contribute your expertise in shaping critical public systems.

Qualifications

• Three years of non-registered professional electrical engineering experience.
• Must possess a valid license as a professional Electrical Engineer in the State of Hawaii.
• Education information must be clearly listed on the application.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical plans and specifications for compliance.
• Approve or reject plans requiring professional judgment.
• Conduct studies of electrical systems.
• Prepare and review complex contracts and specifications.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering principles and complex system design

Ability to independently review, analyze, and approve electrical plans and specifications

Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code

Skill in evaluating complex electrical systems

Ability to clearly communicate technical decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering specialty

Job description

Help shape and safeguard the Electrical Systems that support Honolulu's communities

The City and County of Honolulu is seeking experienced, licensed Electrical Engineers to perform complex professional work reviewing and approving electrical designs for the City's infrastructure projects.

What You Will Do

• Review electrical plans and specifications for design and code compliance
• Approve or reject plans and specifications requiring professional judgment and interpretation
• Conduct field and office studies of electrical systems
• Prepare and review complex contracts and technical specifications
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors and City staff

Special Work Requirements

• May be exposed to construction and traffic hazards during site visits
• May be required to climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding or walk on uneven terrain
• Must wear personal protective equipment as required
• Serve as a Disaster Response Worker during civil defense emergency

Current Vacancies

• There is one (1) vacancy with the Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS), Capital Projects Division Mechanical/Electrical Branch.
• There is one (1) vacancy with the Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM), Chief Engineer's Office, located at Kapolei Hale.

Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Join today to contribute your expertise to the design, review and approval of critical public electrical systems.

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Education Requirement

Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in an engineering specialty.

Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Experience Requirement

Three years of non-registered professional electrical engineering experience.

Applicable Skills Needed

• Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering principles and complex system design
• Ability to independently review, analyze, and approve electrical plans and specifications
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code and its application to real-world projects
• Skill in evaluating complex electrical systems, identifying issues, and recommending solutions
• Ability to clearly communicate technical decisions and work collaboratively with diverse teams

License Requirement

1. Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.
2. Possession of a valid license as a professional Electrical Engineer in the State of Hawaii.

NOTE: Applicants with a current out-of-state professional Electrical Engineer license must obtain their Hawaii license prior to appointment.

Please attach an electronic copy of your professional Electrical Engineer license (Hawaii or out-of-state) to your application. Or mail a photocopy to: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.