Assistant Electrical Engineer (88.24) - American States Water Company

Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States.  We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California.  Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.

POSITION DEFINITION
The Engineering Design Center of Golden State Water Company (GSWC) is responsible for the design of all water supply and water distribution projects. These projects may include booster pump stations, wells, reservoirs, treatment systems, and specification writing. The Assistant Electrical Engineer position is part of a design team that is responsible for multiple design projects and is accountable to the Senior Electrical Engineer in responsible charge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performs utility research related to electrical components of capital improvement projects
• Prepares electrical design plans and specifications for new and existing water facilities using AutoCAD software
• Prepares and submits electrical service application documentation to applicable utility for new or modified electrical services
• Coordinates site visits to verify existing conditions
• Reviews construction submittals
• Represents GSWC’s electrical interests in project design and construction meetings
• Prepares preliminary load calculations, fault studies, and equipment sizing
• Develops and completes studies, preliminary design reports, and evaluations as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university required
• Knowledge and 1-2 years’ experience in electrical design for water infrastructure using computer-aided design software (e.g. AutoCAD) required
• Knowledge and 1-2 years’ experience in electrical fault/coordination software (ETAP) preferred
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• One to two years’ experience in an engineering design or related environment a plus; participates in continued learning and working towards obtaining the EIT certificate and eventually a Professional Engineering license

Qualities of a Successful Assistant Electrical Engineer:
• Flexible, thoughtful, and passionate about work
• Willingness to learn
• Highly organized
• Goal driven

Technical Knowledge and Competency Requirements

Computer: Basic knowledge and skill in computer-aided design software (AutoCAD by Autodesk), electrical fault calculation software (ETAP or SKM) and familiar with web-based learning, Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and other applicable software

Communication: Good communication skills via telephone, e-mails, technical writing, meetings and presentation are essential

Engineering: Knowledge in engineering principles and design
Customer focus: Provide timely and quality products that meet the expectations of internal and external customers

Time Management: Ability to prioritize and plan based on projected workload to meet project schedule

May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow.  Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents.  We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year.  To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan.  Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.