Electrical Engineer P.E. (Option to Underfill)

Las Vegas Valley Water; United States; On-site; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Valley Water is seeking an Electrical Engineer P.E. (with option to underfill) for the Valley View Campus in Las Vegas. The role offers a competitive salary of about $137,998 per year and a 4/10s schedule (Mon-Thu, 6am–4:30pm).

Open date is 09/28/26 with a close date of 10/26/26. Ideal candidates have a BS in Electrical Engineering, Nevada PE licensure, and experience with AutoCAD, water treatment and transmission equipment, and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to

Qualifications

• Must hold a BS in Electrical Engineering and be eligible for Nevada PE licensure.
• Ability to design and evaluate electrical, telemetry, control and instrumentation projects for water utilities.
• Familiarity with water treatment and transmission equipment is preferred.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Team coordination with maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Engineer P.E. (Option to Underfill)

Open Date: 09/28/26 Close Date: 10/26/26 Salary: $137,998.00 per year Job Type: Regular Location: Valley View Campus, 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas.

Hours of Work: 4/10s; M-Th 6am-4:30pm

FILING DEADLINE: The first 100 applications submitted ON or BEFORE 11:59pm, Sunday, October 25th, 2026, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

NOTE: The hiring department may consider applicants at the Electrical Engineer level. If this job class is used to fill the position, the successful candidate will be hired on at the following salary: Electrical Engineer: $131,428.00.

INTRODUCTION

Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation. The ideal candidate will possess a broad knowledge of water treatment and transmission equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, actuators, motor control centers (MCC), protection relays as well as the preparation of multi-discipline engineering drawings utilizing AutoCAD; show some familiarity with standard practices for the potable water industry; demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to non-technical personnel, verbally or in writing; and have experience working with maintenance shop personnel. With minimal supervision and under tight deadlines, the ideal candidate will also be able to work effectively on critical projects and systems within a team environment.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under direction, performs complex professional engineering work in the research, planning, design and construction of electrical and instrumentation elements of a variety of capital construction, maintenance and/or asset management projects; provides engineering support to trade shop personnel in the diagnosis and resolution of electrical system and equipment malfunctions and failures; and performs related duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of: Theory, principles and practices of electrical engineering as they apply in a water utility setting; modern methods and techniques used in the design and construction of electrical, telemetry, control and instrumentation elements of a wide variety of construction, maintenance and asset management projects; principles and practices of engineering economics; principles and practices of power system design; modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding assigned areas of engineering responsibility; general asset management principles and best practices, including equipment and systems maintenance methodologies; general civil, mechanical, cathodic protection and process control principles as they apply to the overall design and integration of water utility systems, facilities and equipment; applicable laws, codes and regulations pertaining to electrical and instrumentation elements of waterworks infrastructure design and construction, including the National Electrical Code, IEEE standards and InterNational Electrical Testing Standards; principles, practices, methods and tools of project management; principles and practices of sound business communications; safety policies and practices applicable to the work.
• Ability to: Make complex engineering computations; prepare and/or check and approve design plans and specifications for a wide variety of electrical, telemetry, control and instrumentation projects; perform difficult engineering research and analyze complex engineering and mathematical problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending or adopting effective courses of action; exercise initiative and sound judgment in carrying work responsibilities within District standards and guidelines; use a computer and standard engineering and business applications; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with other divisions and departments, consulting engineers, contractors, staff and others encountered in the course of work.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

A typical way of obtaining the knowledges, skills, and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in electrical engineering; and at least three years of progressively responsible professional electrical engineering experience, preferably in a water utility; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Upon registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Nevada, an Electrical Engineer will advance to Electrical Engineer P.E. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada is required for appointment to Electrical Engineer P.E. A valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; and drive a vehicle. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret highly complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with consulting engineers, contractors, representatives of other agencies and others encountered in the course of work.

About the Opportunity

Are you looking for an exciting challenge every day and the opportunity to grow in your career? We are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment. Learn more about how you can become part of our team and make a difference for Nevada.

For questions or concerns regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday - Thursday, 7am - 6pm.

Contact

For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at [e-mail].