TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 72,406 - 135,616; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a TMC Operations Support Engineer to coordinate statewide operations of Transportation Management Centers. This role involves project and contract management, as well as technical support for traffic management systems.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and, for certain ranges, a Professional Engineering License (Electrical). The position is permanent and offers a hybrid work model with potential for business travel.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid driver’s license when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• A valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) is required for Range D.
• Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide coordination and support for Transportation Management Centers.
• Assist in collecting, monitoring, and reporting TMC activities.
• Manage contracts, projects, and technical support for TMC operations.

Skills

Project management

Technical support

System operation

Traffic Management Systems

Education

Professional Engineering License (Electrical)

Job description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Branch Chief of the Office of Traffic Management, a Senior Transportation Engineer (Supervisor), the incumbent serves as the TMC Operations Support Engineer in the TMC Operations Branch. The incumbent is responsible for statewide coordination and support in the operation of Transportation Management Centers (TMC). The incumbent assists in collecting, monitoring, and reporting on the day-to-day activities of the TMC. The incumbent provides contract management, project management, technical support and development of software used to assist the TMC in incident management activities. The incumbent provides support on systems operation, performance, and reliability of an end-to-end traveler information infrastructure that includes Traffic Management Systems field systems, traffic control systems, communications systems, central management systems, and other related electrical and electronic systems that utilize state-of-the-art technology.

Working Conditions

Position is located in Sacramento, CA. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This position may be eligible for telework; the amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’ evolving policy. In-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. The selected candidate will be able to report to the headquartered location as needed. Business travel may be required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.
• Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-517346
• Position #(s): 913-350-3609-XXX
• Working Title: TMC Operations Support Engineer
• Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL) — Salary $6,488.00 - $12,152.00
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: California Department of Transportation

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact: Ellaine Cupino, [phone], [e-mail]. Hiring Unit Contact: Lloyd Carter, [phone], [e-mail]. For reasonable accommodations or EEO questions, contact the EEO Office.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. It is the State’s policy to maintain a drug-free workplace.