City of Santa Clara Jobs 2026 – Electric Utility Engineer

To qualify for the Electric Utility Engineer position.. Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations: a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering plus two years of electric utility engineering work.. Or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering plus three years of utility experience with proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Word.. Excel.. PowerPoint.. MATLAB).

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university AND two years of electric utility engineering experience.
• OR a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (other discipline) AND three years of electric utility engineering experience, including use of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering may substitute for one year of experience.
• An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with ten years of electric utility engineering experience can substitute for the degree and required experience.
• Valid California Class C driver's license required at appointment and for duration of employment.
• Desirable: Registration as an Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineer in California.
• Desirable: Experience with ESRI-based GIS, system modeling software (e.g., Aspen OneLiner, GE PSLF, DEW ISM).
• Must be able to work unusual hours in emergencies or as a supervisor.
• Must pass each phase of the examination process to qualify for the eligible list.

Perform engineering work in communication and electrical power engineering for the Operations Division, including programming industrial multiplexer networks.

• Assist with substation design, transmission and distribution systems for the Engineering and CIP Projects Division.
• Manage or assist in managing Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) to support electric utility growth.
• Maintain the distribution system model and participate in integrated system planning for the System Planning and Asset Management Division.
• Identify and implement projects to support load growth and improve distribution system reliability.
• Work closely with customers and developers on their projects, coordinating with city departments and SVP field and operations staff.
• Prepare reports and deliver distribution system results to other SVP groups.
• Support SVP's mission of providing reliable, competitively priced electric service.

Prepare a cover letter and resume. Applications must be complete; do not write 'see resume' or 'NA'.

• Create or to your applicant account, complete the online application and supplemental questions, and upload your cover letter and resume.
• Submit your application before the position closes. Applications are reviewed bi-weekly; apply as soon as possible.

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This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments.

• Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to test or interview; only the most qualified candidates will proceed.
• The annual salary range is $185,797.44
• $236,936.04; positions may be filled at or near the minimum.
• Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the eligible list.
• A department interview may be required prior to appointment.
• Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Applicants will be considered adhering to all applicable city policies, including CMD 033-Employment of Relatives.

The City of Santa Clara is a municipal government serving a diverse community in the heart of Silicon Valley. Its electric utility, Silicon Valley Power (SVP), is a progressive, service-oriented utility that provides reliable, competitively priced electricity to residents and businesses. SVP is a national leader in renewable energy, with over 40% of its electricity coming from carbon-free sources. This Electric Utility Engineer role is part of SVP's engineering team, which supports the utility's operations, capital projects, and system planning. The position offers the chance to work on modern energy infrastructure in a city committed to sustainability and customer value.

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