Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist (JC-531970)

California Public Utilities Commission; 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 transit safety design, construction, and operation. You will perform complex engineering tasks, conduct safety investigations, and provide technical advice in proceedings, including testimony as an expert witness.

Reporting to a Program and Project Supervisor, you may lead routine branch activities, review safety plans, and interact with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• CDL required; Professional License required; SOQ submission required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety oversight for design, construction, and operation of rail transit systems.
• Perform complex engineering tasks and advanced technical analyses.
• Conduct rail transit safety investigations, rulemakings, and procedures revisions.
• Provide technical advice/testimony in Commission proceedings and represent the Commission in meetings.

Job description

Working Title: Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist

Classification: SENIOR UTILITIES ENGINEER (SPECIALIST)

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00

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

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Rail Safety Division/RTSB/RTESS

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

Job Description And Duties

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.

Special Requirements

• 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.

Prepare and submit a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate your qualifications. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.

Final Filing Date: 9/29/2026

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - Narrative is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.