UTILITIES ENGINEER

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 6,500 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission (Sacramento) is seeking a Utilities Engineer to support the Commission’s oversight of electric and communication facilities with emphasis on generation facilities. The role requires travel and a hybrid schedule with in-office reporting at least two days per week.

The position is located in Sacramento with potential assignment to multiple locations. Salary ranges from $6,488.00 to $12,152.00 per month, with final filing and qualification steps per the CalHR

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements described in the class specification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electric and communication facilities with emphasis on generation facilities.
• Assist in compliance with General Orders 95, 128, 165, 166, 167, and 174 as applicable.
• Coordinate with senior engineers and staff to support safety and reliability in utility operations.

Job description

Job Posting: Utilities Engineer

Public Utilities Commission

JC-533758 Utilities Engineer (UTILITIES ENGINEER)

$6,488.00 - $12,152.00 per Month

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

Final Filing Date: 10/14/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of a Senior Utilities Engineer (Supervisor), the Utilities Engineer performs duties related to the Commission’s oversight of electric and communication facilities with an emphasis on generation facilities. This oversight includes, but is not limited to, the requirements in Commission General Orders 95, 128, 165, 166, 167 (Specifically the provisions in 167-B) and 174.

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

Working Conditions

This position requires travel.

This advertisement is listed specifically for Sacramento location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.

San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 533759.

Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.

This is a hybrid position that will require the selected candidate to report to their assigned headquarter office a minimum of two (2) days a week. Hybrid positions may be eligible for telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. In accordance with CPUC Telework Policy, telework arrangements are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• UTILITIES ENGINEER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533758

Position #(s): 680-439-3518-007

Working Title: Utilities Engineer

Classification: UTILITIES ENGINEER

$6,488.00 - $12,152.00

Effective July 1, 2025 CalHR launched the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 temporarily reduces state employee pay in exchange for leave hours to help address budget shortfalls. Salary ranges in this posting exclude the temporary reduction. For details, visit CalHR’s Personnel Leave Program (PLP) page.

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

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Safety and Enforcement Division (SED)/ESRB / Generation Energy Storage Section -North

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

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.

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.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org

Employment information on the STD 678 State Application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience in electric generation, distribution, transmission, and communication systems and their maintenance, operations, and related safety and reliability issues.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies related to electric generation, transmission, and distribution systems, such as renewable energy, distributed energy resources, energy storage, and microgrids.
• Understanding of the California electric grid, including generation, transmission, substation, and distribution systems.
• Experience performing in-the-field inspections and investigations of electric generation, distribution, and transmission facilities, communication facilities, and incidents involving such facilities.
• Experience testifying in Commission proceedings.
• Technical engineering experience and knowledge in the field of utility safety and reliability, specifically in the area of electric generation, facility, and communication technology.

Benefits

Benefits Summary

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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

Human Resources Contact:

Talent Acquisition Unit

[phone]

[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:

Ryan Hart

[phone]

[e-mail]

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.

EEO Contact:

Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.