TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)

Caltrans; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Transportation Engineer (Electrical) in Orange County for a permanent, full‑time role. The incumbent will perform professional engineering work under supervision, lead as needed, and collaborate with internal and external staff.

The position supports hybrid telework and requires a valid PE license (Electrical) and a driver’s license. Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications addressing experience with design, construction inspection, and policy knowledge.

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with external and internal staff and agencies.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication in writing and speaking; prepare technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional electrical transportation engineering work under supervision; may supervise staff.
• Contribute to project design, inspection, and contract administration for roadway projects.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Multitasking

Written and oral communication

Leadership

Education

Professional Engineering License (Electrical) - California

Job description

Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.

Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533343

Position #(s): 912-300-3609-026

Working Title: Transportation Engineer (Elect)

Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)

$6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A

$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B

$8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C

$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D

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

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Orange County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of a Senior Transportation Engineer, Electrical, the incumbent performs a wide variety of professional engineering work in either an office or field setting. As incumbent progresses in experience they will be assigned more difficult work and may function as a lead person over the activities of various engineering and technical personnel.

Special Requirements

• The position require(s) a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required for Range D appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating vehicles on State business.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with the State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria below and qualify them for the position. The SOQ must not exceed two (2) pages in length.

• Experience working with all levels of external and internal staff. External contacts to include those with local agencies, utility companies, business entities, private citizens, and construction contractors.
• Balancing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines. Ability to multitask, prioritize and be efficient with daily workload.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare technical correspondence and comprehensive reports; and address an audience effectively.
• Knowledge of the standard specifications, standard plans, construction manual, traffic manual, highway resource management, internal functional structure of Caltrans and Encroachment and design exception policies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop networks and build alliances and work with different personality types and partner with various agencies.
• Demonstrated experience in Construction Inspection, Construction Administration, providing guidance with clear direction and consistency, and organizing the work of a professional staff.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze facts, data and situations, use variety of problem-solving techniques, develop new and innovative ideas, recommend solutions for improvements, and adopt an effective course of action.
• Demonstrated experience in Construction working as Assistant Resident Engineer (Range D), Resident Engineer, and / or Electrical Representative on roadway contracts.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).