SENIOR UTILITIES ENGINEER (SPECIALIST)

State of California; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission seeks a Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist to oversee rail safety design, construction, and operation. You will perform advanced engineering tasks, lead investigations, and evaluate new methods for safety compliance in collaboration with state agencies.

The role includes presenting technical findings in proceedings, testifying as an expert, and engaging with public meetings and industry groups. Travel and hybrid telework are involved.

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex engineering tasks requiring high level technical analysis.
• Ability to lead technical investigations, engineering research, and special projects.
• Familiarity with rail transit safety regulations and industry standards.
• Knowledge of safety oversight and regulatory proceedings.
• Experience working with government agencies and industry groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice in Commission proceedings and testify as an expert witness.
• Represent the Commission at technical conferences and public meetings.
• Inspect rail transit system construction for safety-related conformance.
• Perform independent studies and evaluations of rail safety research.
• Assist in reviewing safety plans, system security plans, and operating rules.

Skills

Complex engineering tasks

Lead technical investigations

Rail transit safety knowledge

Safety compliance

Public policy & testimony

Education

Professional Engineer License (P.E.)

Job description

Job Posting:Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist

Public Utilities Commission

JC-531970 - Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month

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

Under general direction of a Program and Project Supervisor, the incumbent carries out the Commission’s safety oversight responsibilities for the design, construction, and operation of rail transit agencies (systems).

Performs the more difficult and complex engineering tasks of the Branch requiring a higher level of analytical and technical analysis.

Conducts specialized investigations, such as rail transit safety and security studies, accident investigations, rule-makings, general order and procedures revisions, focused technical investigations, evaluations of new or non-standard equipment or methodologies, and general order variance requests.

May be assigned a lead role in routine Branch activities including the Review of public transportation safety plans, system security plans, accident investigation plans, operating rules and other safety/security related documents. Inspect transit system performance to ensure safety and security plans are being followed.

Inspect in-process and completed rail transit system construction work to verify conformance with safety related design requirements.

Perform independent engineering studies and/or evaluate engineering research of others relating to rail transit safety.

Provide technical advice in Commission proceedings, including testimony as an expert witness. Represent the Commission at technical conferences, public meetings, meetings with government agencies, including the Federal Transit Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, and the California Legislature, and with other industry groups.

Other job-related duties as required.

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

Working Conditions

This position requires travel.

Number of Positions

1

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Rail Safety Division/RTSB/RTESS The mission of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) is to diligently strive to inspire safe and reliable rail transportation in California by promoting and enforcing railroad, rail crossing and rail transit safety; and by improving or establishing a positive rail safety culture therein, through our inspection and enforcement efforts and our resolve to look beyond the regulations. RSD strives to enforce state and federal laws, regulations, orders, and directives relating proactively and effectively to transportation of persons or commodities by rail. RSD is comprised of the Railroad Operations Safety Branch (ROSB), Rail Crossings and Engineering Branch (RCEB), and Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB).

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Professional License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in handling complex engineering tasks requiring high level of technical analysis
• Experience in leading a technical investigation, engineering research, data analysis, or special projects
• Experience in infrastructure project or construction management
• Experience in safety oversight; governmental proceedings; working with codes and standards compliance
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with CPUC General Orders, Federal Transit Administration regulations, Federal Railroad Administration regulations and/or industry standards applicable to rail transit or railroads.

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

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.

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.

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