Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer - Water Utility (Direct Hire, Permanent)

San Jose, CA

Full-Time Permanent Direct Hire

Salary Range: $118,993 - $155,377

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established California-based water utility for a permanent, direct-hire Electrical Engineer to join their San Jose engineering team.

This role supports the planning, design, and construction management of critical water infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on electrical power systems, controls, and motor control centers. This is a long-term career opportunity with a stable utility organization supporting essential public infrastructure.

What You'll Do

The Electrical Engineer will provide electrical and controls engineering support for water facilities, including:

Prepare electrical construction drawings and technical specifications

Perform advanced electrical engineering calculations, including:

Short circuit current calculations

Voltage drop calculations

Breaker coordination studies

Arc flash analysis

Design and support low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems

Design and work with motor control centers (MCCs)

Develop bid packages and support procurement of major electrical equipment

Prepare RFPs and evaluate consultants and vendors

Manage project scope, schedule, and budget

Coordinate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal stakeholders

Support construction management and field inspections

Prepare reports, cost estimates, and technical documentation

Assist with PUC rate case filings and annual capital budgets

Present technical information to public agencies, special districts, and community groups

Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience

Minimum 2 years of experience working as an Electrical Engineer

Experience with electrical design and construction

Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Experience with motor control center (MCC) design

Proficiency with AutoCAD and development of design plans

Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Valid California Driver License

Preferred Qualifications

California Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or California PE

Experience using ETAP or similar power system modeling software

Experience in water, wastewater, or process industries

Experience working with consultants and contractors

Why This Role

Direct hire, permanent position with a utility client

Long-term career stability in essential infrastructure

Competitive salary with a comprehensive utility benefits package

Work on high-impact capital projects that support local communities

Strong internal engineering culture and professional development opportunities