ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Department of Water Resources · Los Angeles County
Salary: $6,488 – $9,296 per month
Closes: 2026-11-09T00:00:00.000Z
Job description and requirements
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Job Description and Duties
This is a non-telework position located in Pearblossom, California.
Associate Hydroelectric Power Utility Engineer
Incumbent will be required to perform engineering work on matters relating to electrical and mechanical systems on the State Water Project (SWP). Develop and review engineering standards, instructions and work scopes pertaining to equipment repair; maintenance and replacement on the SWP hydroelectric generating and pumping plants and appurtenant facilities; direct investigations of equipment problems and failures and provides technical assistance in the development and implementation of corrective action; evaluate the Project's preventative maintenance program and maintenance management system.
Electrical Engineer
Incumbent performs the less complex types of electrical engineering work; inspects the installation of electrical equipment and prepares reports. Incumbent must carry out all work assignments in a safe, economical and efficient manner.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License as incumbent will be required to operate automotive vehicles on public roadways, travel to remote areas within the field division is necessary to perform the requirements of this position.
Under the provisions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard CIP-004 as part of the Energy Policy of 2005, this position has authorized cyber access to or unescorted physical access around critical cyber assets and is subject to a satisfactory background check prior to appointment and every seven years thereafter.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and supportive team player who can also effectively work independently; demonstrate initiative and be a self-starter. Candidate should also possess the ability to work effectively with others to promote a positive work environment. Candidate should possess knowledge and experience in electrical engineering, project management, electrical inspections, installation, testing, maintenance, and CAL OSHA safety regulations including knowledge in hydrology, generating and pumping plants.
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Regional hiring context
There are 104 current state openings in Los Angeles County, including this position.
Application timeline
Applications close in 5 days, on November 9, 2026.
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Posting history
This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 29, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.