ELECTRICAL ENGINEER V

Position Information

Powering Safe Buildings for our Ohana

The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP), Building Division, Electrical Code Branch is seeking a registered professional Electrical Engineer to review complex and major building electrical projects. In this role, you will ensure electrical plans comply with the National Electric Code and applicable regulations. You will also evaluate new or alternate materials and devices for safety and suitability in buildings and structures.

What You Will Do

• Review and approve electrical plans, specifications, and calculations for major buildings and structures
• Work with architects, engineers, and the public to ensure electrical designs meet code and answers questions about design
• Coordinate with electrical inspectors to ensure field installations match approved plans and code requirements
• Explain electrical engineering decisions in writing and recommend updates to the electrical code as needed
  
  

There is one (1) additional vacancy with the Department of Design and Construction , Mechanical/Electrical Division .

What You Will Do

• Prepares electrical designs and plans for compliance with the electrical code and departmental standards as it relates to the City’s energy conservation program
• Responsible for electrical energy conservation measures and renewable energy components of the program, including implementation of conservation initiatives
• Prepares departmental electrical standards
• Coordinates all electrical plans and specifications with emphasis on energy savings, power and lighting systems for existing and new public building facilities in the areas of design, installation, maintenance, and operation
• Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval**
  
  

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/ .

Apply today to join a team that ensures electrical systems in Honolulu's buildings are safe, code-compliant, and reliable for everyone who uses them.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in an engineering specialty.

Education Verification : Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

One year of registered professional electrical engineering experience.

Desirable Electrical Engineering Experience

• Experience reviewing or designing electrical systems for buildings or building infrastructure
• Familiarity with electrical codes and electrical plan review processes
  
  

APPLICABLE SKILLS NEEDED

• Applying electrical engineering principles and practices to building projects
• Evaluating and reviewing electrical system designs
• Interpreting and applying the National Electrical Code
• Reviewing electrical plans and specifications for buildings and structures
• Analyzing electrical designs and checking calculations
• Preparing engineering reports and written correspondence
• Communicating effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and the public
  
  

LICENSE REQUIREMENT :

• Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.
• Possession of a valid license as a professional Electrical Engineer in the State of Hawaii .
  
  

NOTE: Applicants with a current out-of-state license in Electrical Engineering must obtain their Hawaii license prior to appointment.

Verification Requirement: Please attach an electronic copy of your professional Electrical Engineer license (Hawaii or out-of-state) to your application. O r mail a photocopy to: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies wil l not b e returned.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.